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Diplomacy
Iraq and France Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Fuad Hussein, received the French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Jean-Noël Barrot, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Baghdad on Wednesday. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral relations across various sectors and saw both sides exchange views on pressing…
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Business, Development and Industry
Shandong Signs Major Infrastructure Contract for New Sadr City
Baghdad’s Mayor, Eng. Ammar Musa Kazim, has officially sponsored the signing ceremony of a significant infrastructure contract for the new Sadr City. The agreement, reached between the Baghdad Municipality’s Projects Department and Shandong Hi-Speed, marks a major milestone in the capital’s urban development plans. The contract entails the implementation of…
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Environment
Baghdad Seminar Raises Awareness on Plastic Hazards
A cultural and educational seminar held recently in Baghdad brought together environmental experts, intellectuals, and activists to raise awareness about the growing environmental threat posed by plastic consumption. Titled “Reducing Plastic Consumption: An Individual and Community Responsibility,” the event aimed to encourage public discourse on sustainable living and personal accountability…
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Culture and Heritage
Abbasid Palace Welcomes NATO Mission Delegation
Abbasid Palace Welcomes NATO Delegation Amid Rising Cultural Tourism in Iraq Abbasid Palace Welcomes NATO Delegation Amid Rising Cultural Tourism in Iraq Abbasid Palace Welcomes NATO Delegation Amid Rising Cultural Tourism in Iraq A delegation from the NATO Mission in Iraq, headed by General Lucas Schrurz, paid a visit to…
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Oil and Gas
Iraqi Drilling Company Completes Drilling of 13 New Oil Wells
In line with the directives of Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Mr. Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, the Iraqi Drilling Company has successfully completed the drilling of 13 new oil wells and the remediation of 53 others across various fields between January and 21 April 2025. Director…
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Diplomacy
Iraq, Kuwait Discuss Arab Summit and Cooperation
His Highness the Crown Prince of the State of Kuwait, Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, received Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Fuad Hussein, at Bayan Palace on Tuesday, 22 April 2025. At the outset, Minister Hussein conveyed warm greetings from His Excellency the President of…
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Education
Empowering Youth Voices in Baghdad
The Department of Youth and Sport in Iraq has initiated a rehabilitation workshop to focus on delivering social and psychological support. The workshops are running as part of a strategic plan for 2025. The initiative, held in collaboration with the University of Baghdad, aims to empower youth to combat extremism…
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Environment
Al-Nasiriyah Plant to Drive Iraq’s Energy Future
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, during a visit to Dhi Qar Province, officially launched the implementation of the Al-Nasiriyah Combined-Cycle Power Plant Project today. Developed by the Germany company Siemens, the project, which is built on the site of the existing Al-Nasiriyah Steam Power Plant, aims to add 921…
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Humanitarian
UNFPA and Japan Open New Maternity Ward in Diwaniyah
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) in partnership with the government of Japan and the Al-Diwaniyah Governorate authorities marked a major milestone on the 13th of April. An official inauguration ceremony took place at the Diwaniyah Specialised Maternity Hospital to commemorate the opening of the new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit…
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NEWS
Oman Strengthens its Ties with Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed S. Al-Sudani welcomed the Omani Minister of Transport, Communication and Information Technology, Mr. Saeed bin Hamoud Al-Mawali today. Amongst various discussion topics, the Prime Minister pointed to the advancements Iraq has witnessed in development and investment, particularly in the communications sector. He brought into focus that…
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