NEWS
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Iraq’s 2022-2031 Education Plan: World Bank Support
The Iraq National Education Strategy (INES) 2022-2031 marks a significant step forward in the Iraqi government’s efforts to enhance the quality and efficiency of public services. Developed in collaboration with the World Bank, INES is designed to overhaul the country’s education system, aligning it with Iraq’s broader socio-economic development goals…
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Iraq’s Railways and Riyadh Embassy Collaborate on Transport Growth
The Director General of Railways, Eng. Jabbar Aliwi Lahees, welcomed the Deputy Ambassador of Iraq in Riyadh, Counselor Sadad Faeq Muhi, at the company’s headquarters on Tuesday. The meeting focused on the strategic role of railways in Iraq’s transportation sector and future plans to enhance connectivity. Eng. Lahees highlighted the…
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Baghdad and Erbil in Talks on Unifying Retirement Benefits
The Director General of the Legal Department, Mr. Muhammad Hamza Mustafa, chaired a crucial meeting today with the Head of the Kurdistan Region Representation in Baghdad and his accompanying delegation. The session focused on exploring the possibility of extending the provisions of the national Retirement Law to retirees in the…
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Pakistan and Iraq to Boost Trade Ties
The Pakistan-Iraq Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG) held its inaugural meeting on the 29th of August, welcoming the Ambassador of Iraq to Pakistan, Hamid Abbas Lafta. Chaired by Sehar Kamran, MNA and Convener of the PFG, the meeting was attended by members Mehtab Akber Rashdi, Shehla Raza, and Muhammad Moein Aamer…
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Iraq Invests in Human Capital for a Sustainable Future
The Ministry of Planning, held its first national conference under the slogan “Investing in People.. Building for the Future,” to improve human capital in Iraq. Organised by the Department of Human Development in collaboration with the World Bank, the event gathered key ministers, international organisations, and civil society representatives. Dr.…
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Iraq and Germany Explore Long-Term Partnership and Security
Acting Speaker of the House of Representatives, Mr. Mohsen Al-Mandalawi, received Ms. Christiane Homann, Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany to Iraq, on Monday to discuss pressing security developments in the region. During the meeting, Al-Mandalawi pointed out that one of the key factors contributing to conflicts is the…
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Iraq’s De-escalation Efforts Highlighted in New York
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani addressed the 2024 Concordia Annual Summit on the sidelines of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, highlighting Iraq’s significant efforts in de-escalating regional tensions and preventing the expansion of conflict. During his speech, Prime Minister Al-Sudani shed light on the dire situation…
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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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Iraq Focuses on Infrastructure at AIIB 2024 Meeting
Taif Sami Mohammed, Iraq’s Minister of Finance and Governor to the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), participated in the 9th Annual Meeting of the AIIB in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, on September 25-26, 2024. Held under the theme “Building Infrastructure for All,” the meeting brought together representatives from 109 countries. Minister Mohammed…
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Dr Al-Saidely on How to Thrive in Global Markets
The Iraqi Business Society (IBS) hosted a successful dialogue session on July 7th in Al-Jadria, Baghdad, featuring renowned economist and businessman, Dr. Adel Al-Saidely. The event, titled “Connecting with the World: How to Connect with the International Community Correctly,” attracted young business professionals, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders eager to enhance…
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