Political Science Celebrates Sovereignty Day

Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Political Science at Al-Nahrain University, Prof. Dr. Osama Murtadha Baqir Al-Saidi, the Research Unit in the College organized an artistic and cultural festival on the occasion of Iraqi National Day, attended by the Associate Deans for Administrative and Scientific Affairs, Prof. Dr. Abbas Saadoun Rifaat and Prof. Dr. Haider Zuhair Jassim, heads of scientific departments, lecturers, and a number of students of the College.The Dean of the College delivered a speech on the occasion, in which he emphasized the values of belonging and citizenship, and the responsibility of preserving the unity and dignity of Iraq, and to make the national holiday a renewed impetus for sincere work, construction, and development in our various institutions, putting Iraq’s interest above all considerations so that our homeland remains always lofty.Documentary films were presented at the ceremony talking about the history of Iraq, and its celebration which this year acquires exceptional depth, as it is not limited to recalling historical glories only, but coincides with steady steps our homeland is taking towards consolidating its full national sovereignty, and transitioning with the vision of our wise leadership and the determination of our proud people from the stage of facing challenges and crises to the stage of building the future, comprehensive development, and economic and societal stability.On this dear occasion, we proudly recall the sacrifices of the righteous martyrs of Iraq who gave their pure souls in defense of the homeland and to preserve its dignity. We also extend a salute of pride and honor to our brave armed forces in all their formations, the safety valve of the homeland and protector of its blessed march. Dear and a beacon of peace and progress.Video films documenting the civilization of Iraq and its cultural and civilizational march were shown at the celebration.On the sidelines of the festival, a photographic exhibition was held documenting the historic day of Iraq’s joining the League of Nations in 1932 to become the first Arab country to attain this high international status.The College of Political Science was decorated with Iraqi flags and its members wore victory badges and the map of the homeland on their chests, proud of a great history made by the hands of Iraqis throughout history.