Minister Bishr Khasawneh received Sunday, the heads of Arab delegations participating in the celebrations for the selection of Irbid as the Arab Capital of Culture for 2022.

Khasawneh, who is also the Chairman of the Higher National Committee for the Irbid Celebration, said that the government, national institutions, the private sector and local actors are all stakeholders in the success of such an important national and Arab event, which kicks off tomorrow under royal patronage.

He underscored the importance of hosting the event year-round and carrying out cultural activities and events in cooperation with the local community and networking with other countries to establish cultural weeks that highlight Arab culture.