Minister of Finance, Falah Sari, discussed today, Thursday, with the President of the Journalists' Syndicate, Moayed Al-Lami, the incentive rewards for journalists, artists, and writers.
The ministry said in a statement received by the Video News Agency: "Minister of Finance, Falah Sari, met today, Thursday, with the President of the Arab Journalists' Union, Moayed Al-Lami, and discussed the reality of media work in Iraq, and ways to support the journalistic community and enhance its role in conveying the truth and serving society."
It added that "the meeting included discussions on the topic of incentive rewards designated for journalists, artists, and writers, and ways to ensure their continuity and work to increase them within the 2027 budget, which contributes to supporting these important groups and appreciating their contributions to the Iraqi cultural and media scene."
The minister confirmed, according to the statement, "the ministry's commitment to continue supporting these categories and working to enhance opportunities for them to fulfill their professional and creative messages, in line with the importance of the role they play in building societal awareness and establishing the national cultural identity."
For his part, the President of the Arab Journalists' Union appreciated "the positions of the Minister of Finance in support of the journalistic community, his interest in the issue of incentive rewards, expanding the support provided to journalists, and providing the essentials for professional and living stability."