Business, Development and Industry
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A New Era for Abu Nawas Corniche
Abu Nawas Corniche is a picturesque waterfront promenade in Baghdad, Iraq, offering stunning views of the Tigris River. Named after the famed Arab poet Abu Nawas, who lived during the Abbasid Caliphate, the Corniche is a popular destination for both locals and tourists. Spanning several kilometres, it features beautifully landscaped…
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New Merger Under Ministry of Commerce
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Dr. Mohammed Ali Tamim, chaired a crucial meeting on Wednesday to study the potential merger of two companies under the Ministry of Commerce. This initiative aligns with the government’s broader economic vision, aimed at enhancing efficiency and service delivery in key sectors. The…
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DP World CEO Discusses Cooperation with Iraq
Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met on Wednesday, September 25th, with Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, the CEO of DP World, one of the world’s leading port management companies. The discussions focused on potential areas of cooperation between Iraq and DP World, particularly in cargo transport and re-export services. DP…
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Nisour Square Development Solves Traffic Congestion
The Nisour Square Development Project, a major urban infrastructure initiative in Baghdad, has been successfully completed by the Chinese company Transtech. The project tackles one of the city’s most notorious traffic congestion points, providing a modern solution to ease the flow of vehicles in Nisour Square. The square has long…
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World Bank Discusses Implementation of Development Road Project
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Dr. Mohammed Ali Tamim, chaired an expanded meeting on Monday to review the progress of the Development Road Project, which includes the construction of railway lines extending from the port of Faw to the Turkish border. The meeting focused on the stages…
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Apple Inc. Explores Tech Collaboration in Iraq
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani welcomed a delegation from the American tech giant Apple on Monday, alongside Mr. Ali Al-Moayyad, Chairman of the Communications and Media Commission (CMC). The meeting marked a significant step towards enhancing Iraq’s digital infrastructure and technological capabilities. Al-Sudani highlighted Iraq’s ongoing digital transformation, led by…
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Deputy PM, Nineveh Governor Discuss Projects and Census Plans
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Dr. Muhammad Ali Tamim, held a meeting with the Governor of Nineveh, Mr. Abdul Qadir Al-Dakhil, and his accompanying delegation to discuss key issues concerning the governorate’s ongoing projects and upcoming population census. The meeting focused on the progress of various projects under…
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Evaluation of Webb Fontaine’s Port System Proposal
The Assistant Director General for Technical Affairs of Iraqi Ports, Eng. Abdul Sada Khalaf, along with relevant departments, has reviewed a presentation by the international company Webb Fontaine on implementing a port community system. According to Eng. Khalaf, this initiative aligns with the directives of the Minister of Transport, Razzaq…
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Asian Delegation Explores China’s Infrastructure Projects in Iraq
As part of the Belt and Road Initiative, the Asian delegation visited the offices of China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), gaining first hand insights into the successful delivery of their projects. During the visit, delegates learned about key undertakings such as the Chengdu Metro Line and the Gaobeiba Vehicle Depot.…
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Key Themes and Outcomes of the 2024 Belt and Road Media Forum in Chengdu
On Wednesday, 28th August, the 2024 Media Cooperation Forum on Belt and Road convened in Chengdu, the capital of Southwest China’s Sichuan Province. This significant event, themed “Enhancing Media Cooperation for Common Development,” brought together over 200 media executives, editors, and reporters from 191 organisations across 76 countries, including representatives…
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