International Relations
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Iraq-UK Security Cooperation: Al-Sudani Meets Yvette Cooper
On January 15, 2025, Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani held an important meeting with the United Kingdom’s Home Secretary, Ms. Yvette Cooper, at his residence in London. The meeting was centred around strengthening security cooperation between Iraq and the UK, with a particular focus on enhancing the capabilities of security…
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King Charles and PM Al-Sudani Discuss Bilateral Opportunities
On Tuesday, Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani held a meeting with His Majesty King Charles III at Buckingham Palace in London. The discussions emphasised the longstanding relationship between Iraq and the United Kingdom, focusing on strengthening bilateral ties and exploring avenues for collaboration across economic, developmental, and cultural fields. Key…
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G77 Presidency: Iraq’s Vision For Global Progress In 2025
On Monday, 13th January 2025, Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fuad Hussein, addressed the United Nations to mark Iraq’s assumption of the presidency of the Group of 77 and China for the year 2025. Delivering Iraq’s inaugural speech, Mr. Hussein expressed deep gratitude for the…
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Iraq-Greece Forum Focuses on Bilateral Trade Opportunities
The Iraqi-Greek Business Forum convened today in Baghdad, bringing together key stakeholders from Iraq and Greece to explore avenues for mutual economic and investment growth. Organised by the Iraqi Chambers of Commerce, in collaboration with the Arab-Greek Chamber and the Greek Embassy in Baghdad, the forum showcased a shared commitment…
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Iraq Offers Free Flights for Lebanese Citizens Returning Home
In a gesture of solidarity and support, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has directed the provision of free flights to Beirut for Iraqi guests currently in Lebanon, as well as for Lebanese citizens wishing to return to their homeland. The directive, issued on Tuesday, aligns with the government’s broader…
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Renewable Energy and Education Top Iraq-China Talks
The Iraqi Foreign Relations Committee, led by MP Amer Al-Fayez and accompanied by MPs Vian Sabri, Muthanna Amin, and Arian Aziz, met on Monday with Mr. Chen Weiqing, Chairman of the West Asia and North Africa Management Committee at the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and former Ambassador to Iraq.…
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Iraq and Japan Sign $380M Basrah Refinery Loan
Iraq’s Minister of Finance, Taif Sami Mohammed, signed a significant loan agreement with the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) to fund the sixth phase of the Basra Refinery Development Project. The signing ceremony, held at the Ministry of Finance headquarters, was attended by Japan’s Ambassador to Baghdad, Matsumoto Futoshi, and…
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COP29 Summit: Nations Discuss Urgent Climate Solutions in Baku
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Fuad Hussein, arrived in the Azerbaijani capital, Baku, to participate in the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The global climate conference, which brings together leaders, ministers, and officials from approximately…
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Iraq, Azerbaijan Explore Enhanced Economic Cooperation
Iraq’s Minister of Finance, Taif Sami, held an important meeting with Nasir Mammadov, the Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan, at the ministry’s headquarters in Baghdad. This meeting focused on fostering economic transactions and exploring opportunities to enhance bilateral relations between the two nations. Minister Taif Sami emphasised the critical…
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Development Road Project Gains Momentum in Iraq-Türkiye Talks
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani chaired a pivotal meeting today of the committee responsible for implementing the agreements and memoranda of understanding between Iraq and Türkiye. This committee session aimed to assess progress on various collaborative projects signed during the Turkish President’s recent visit to Baghdad. Key topics included the…
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