NEWS
-
Baghdad’s River Taxi Initiative Aims to Reduce Traffic Jams
The Iraqi Ministry of Transport is reviving its river taxi boat project, designed to offer an alternative mode of transport for citizens navigating Baghdad. This initiative aims to improve the persistent issue of traffic congestion by providing a sustainable alternative to road transport. In response to increasing traffic problems in…
View -
UNFPA and Iraq Sign Agreement to Enhance 2024 Population Census
On July 2, 2024, the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Government of Iraq signed a pivotal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on the 2024 Population and Housing Census of Iraq. The agreement was formalised by Dr. Muhammad Ali Tamim, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning for…
View -
Baghdad Summit: Uniting Nations to Combat the Drug Crisis
The Second Baghdad International Conference on Combating Drugs concluded on July 22, 2024, with a significant gathering of interior ministers from Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Kuwait, Iran, Türkiye, Syria, Lebanon, and Egypt, alongside the Secretary-General of the Council of Arab Interior Ministers, the President of Naif Arab University for Security Sciences,…
View -
Iraqi Man Becomes Famous Food Vlogger in China
Ahmed Mohammed Jaber, a post-90s man from Iraq, is leading a peaceful life and enjoying a fulfilling career in China as a popular food vlogger with a combined total of more than 15 million followers on Chinese social media platforms. Jaber is better known among his Chinese followers by his…
View -
Iraq: Solar Power for Clean Future by 2030
Solar power in Iraq has significant potential due to the country’s abundant sunlight, with an average of about 5.4 kWh/m²/day of solar radiation. This makes Iraq an ideal candidate for solar energy projects, which can help diversify its energy sources and reduce dependence on fossil fuels. The Iraqi government has…
View -
Iraq Powers Up North with Turkish Line
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani inaugurated the long-awaited Turkish-Iraqi power transmission line, via video conference, supplying the northern region with 300 megawatts through the KIsik station west of Mosul. The ceremony, attended by the Minister of Electricity, marked a significant milestone after a delay of twenty years. The Prime Minister…
View -
Iraq Partners with CETC for Infrastructure Growth
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met with a delegation from the China Electronics Technology Group Corporation (CETC Group), which specialises in energy, construction technology, and infrastructure. During the meeting, Al-Sudani highlighted the government’s economic strategy, which focuses on forming productive partnerships and enhancing the investment climate in Iraq. This strategy…
View -
Discovering Iraq: Interview with Author Karen Dabrowska
In this interview, we delve into the fascinating journey of author Karen Dabrowska, whose passion for Iraq’s cultural heritage has led her to write multiple books on the subject, including the notable Iraq: Then & Now: A Guide to the Country and Its People. She recounts how her initial trip to…
View -
Ashura Across Iraq: Millions Mark Martyrdom
Ashura is one of the most significant religious events in Iraq, observed annually by millions of Shia Muslims. It commemorates the martyrdom of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, at the Battle of Karbala in 680 AD. The city of Karbala becomes the focal point of these observances,…
View -
Iraqi Workshop Examines TV Drama’s Cultural Impact
Under the patronage of Minister Dr. Ahmed Fakak Al-Badrani, the Ministry of Culture’s Cultural Development Department held a workshop on the influence of television drama on public opinion. Key outcomes from the event included the emphasis on drama’s role in shaping societal values and its potential as a tool for…
View