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Business, Development and Industry
Czech Companies Eye Iraq’s Water Sector Opportunities
On the 12th January 2025, Czech Ambassador Jan Šnaidauf met with Iraq’s Minister of Water Resources, Aoun Diab Abdullah, to explore opportunities for Czech companies to contribute to Iraq’s water management projects. The discussion highlighted Czechia’s extensive expertise in water management, with a legacy of over 50 years of engagement…
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Diplomacy
UK Envoy Hosts Iraqi and British Red Cross Leaders
The UK’s Ambassador to Iraq, Steve Hitchen, hosted Dr. Yaseen Abbas, President of the Iraqi Red Crescent Society (IRCS), and Gabriel Karlsson from the British Red Cross for dinner last night. The gathering highlighted the strong partnership between the two organisations, emphasising their shared commitment to humanitarian efforts that benefit…
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Environment
Iraq’s New Initiative for Clean Energy and Waste
The Chairman of the National Investment Commission, Professor Dr. Haider Muhammad Makiya, announced the issuance of Iraq’s first investment licence for a modern waste treatment project, marking a significant development in the country’s environmental and energy initiatives. Speaking at an expanded press conference on Tuesday, January 21, Dr. Makiya detailed…
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Business, Development and Industry
New Schools, Bridges, and Roads Underway in Diyala’s Villages
The Ministry of Planning has announced the completion of several service projects in Diyala Governorate, executed under the Social Fund for Development plan. These projects, aimed at enhancing basic services in rural areas, will be joined by additional projects set for completion before the end of 2025. According to the…
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Economy
Iraq Foundation Event: New Economic Opportunities for UK Investors
The Iraqi Foundation for Foreign Policy held its inaugural event on 21st November 2024 at the Palace of Westminster, London, focusing on Iraq’s economic development and opportunities for collaboration between Iraq and the United Kingdom. Mohammed al-Najjar, Advisor to the Iraqi Prime Minister on Investment Affairs and CEO of the…
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Culture and Heritage
Shanasheel Al Basra Museum Welcomes UN Special Representative
Dr. Mohamed Al Hassan, the Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations for Iraq and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), visited the Shanasheel Al Basra Museum as part of his ongoing visit to southern Iraq. During his visit, Dr. Al Hassan explored the…
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Business, Development and Industry
Baghdad Trade Fair to Host 22 Countries in February
The Ministry of Trade has announced its readiness for the 48th session of the Baghdad International Fair, set to take place from 1st-7th February 2025. The event is expected to draw significant international attention, with 22 countries and between 600 to 700 local, Arab, and international companies confirmed to participate.…
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Education
New Executive Programme Signed by Iraq and Iran
The second edition of the Iraqi-Iranian Science Week commenced in Karbala, drawing participation from over 100 universities across Iraq and Iran. This significant event was marked by the presence of prominent figures, including the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, members of the Parliamentary Education Committee,…
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Oil and Gas
CPECC Explores Opportunities in Oil and Gas Development
Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Mr. Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, welcomed a delegation from the China Petroleum Engineering and Construction Corporation (CPECC) to discuss key opportunities for collaboration in Iraq’s energy sector. The discussions centred on strategies to advance the development of the oil industry and…
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Transport
Umm Qasr Port Achieves High Cargo Unloading Efficiency
Umm Qasr North Port has efficiently completed unloading operations for a total of 1,816 containers, 352 cars, and various goods, at a rate of three ships docked at the port’s docks. Eng. Farhan Al-Fartousi, Director General of Iraqi Ports, highlighted that this accomplishment followed the directives of Iraq’s Minister of…
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