On Wednesday, September 30, 2026, the Minister of Cultural Affairs, Amira Srarfi, presided over the first session of the Culture City Council in Chaldel Qlibi. The meeting was attended by council members and several ministry officials. The session aimed to discuss various topics related to enhancing administrative and artistic management of the city's spaces, institutions, and administrations.
During the session, Minister Srarfi emphasized the importance of unifying efforts among supervisors, directors, and general managers of these institutions and administrations. She stressed the need for better coordination to promote the city's cultural, economic, and tourism significance. The minister encouraged participants to work together to strengthen the city's presence and openness to its economic environment.
Several key points were discussed during the meeting, including taking preventive measures to avoid sudden accidents in case of power outages and upgrading generators and necessary equipment. The council also addressed the need to enhance the technical team's fleet and strengthen the city's security components, including controlling access to its parking lots.
The council members also discussed the issue of misuse of some cultural spaces in the city, including cinema halls, which should be limited to cinematic screenings. They emphasized the need to establish a unified mechanism to coordinate the schedule of cultural and artistic activities and events. Additionally, the council agreed to work on a unified communication plan to promote the various cultural projects and activities programmed.
Minister Srarfi and council members acknowledged the significance of Culture City as a cultural, tourism, and economic hub. They recognized the need for a concerted effort to ensure the city's continued growth and development. The council's discussions focused on finding practical solutions to the challenges facing the city's cultural and artistic institutions.
The session's discussions also touched on the importance of promoting the city's cultural activities and events through a unified communication plan. This plan aims to highlight the various cultural projects and activities programmed, showcasing the city's rich cultural offerings to a wider audience. By working together, the council members aim to strengthen the city's cultural presence and enhance its reputation.
The first session of the Culture City Council marked an important step towards improving the city's cultural landscape. With a focus on collaboration and coordination, the council is poised to address the challenges facing the city's cultural institutions and promote its cultural significance. The minister and council members are committed to working together to achieve these goals and ensure the continued growth and development of Culture City.
Key points
- The council discussed measures to improve administrative and artistic management of the city's spaces, institutions, and administrations.
- The minister emphasized the importance of unifying efforts among supervisors, directors, and general managers to promote the city's cultural significance.
- The council agreed to work on a unified communication plan to promote the various cultural projects and activities programmed.
