Signing Protocol of Cooperation With The Youth And Sports Ministry

The Secretary-General of the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine, His Eminence Sheikh Abdul-Mehdi El-Kerbala'i welcomed Abdul-Hussein Abtan, Iraqi Minister of Youth and Sports along with his delegate team. Abtan states that the motive behind the visit is to sign a Protocol of Cooperation between the Ministry and the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine to establish various activity programs for the youth. In addition, the protocol also includes joint sessions and hosting delegates to participate in the male and female scout camps that will be established in the "Cities of Pilgrims" along with special invitation to both Imam Hussein and El-Abbas Holy Shrines. Abtan further states that the Ministry has developed new policies to build joint relations with all local and international institutions. On the other hand, Sheikh El-Kerbala'i welcomed the idea due to its significance in benefiting and improving the reality of the Iraqi youth. It is also significant to note that the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine pays particular attention to the youth segment of Iraq, which led to the establishment of The Youth Care Center in 2012 along with numerous activities. By: Yasir Esh-Shimari Translated By: Ahmed Ali