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Iraq's ancient pottery struggles to outlive modern plastic

842 views · Published 3 December 2018 · 1:19 · Indexed 22 October 2026

Channel: CGTN · 2018 · News & Politics

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Iraq's ancient pottery culture in the holy city of Najaf is dying out with the increasing demand for more modern products. Iraqis, who traditionally used clay utensils for storing food and cooking, are turning to cheaper plastic products made either elsewhere in Iraq or imported.

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