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EBRD Launches SME and Startup Support Programmes
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has launched a new package of finance and advisory programmes for Iraqi small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), opening applications for startups and prompting calls from business leaders for regulatory reforms to help firms grow. Announced at a launch event in Baghdad attended…
UNESCO, Japan Launch Ninewa Project to Rebuild Education
UNESCO and the Government of Japan have launched the project “Reviving the Bridges for Peace in Ninewa: Education and Reconciliation for Conflict-Affected Communities”, aimed at supporting youth and local communities in West Mosul and Sinjar to overcome the long-term impacts of conflict. The initiative will strengthen social cohesion and peacebuilding…
Iraq and Qatar Discuss Agricultural and Municipal Cooperation
The Iraqi Ambassador to Qatar has met the Qatari Minister of Municipality to discuss strengthening cooperation in agriculture, food security and municipal services. Mohammed Jaafar al-Sadr met Abdullah bin Hamad bin Abdullah Al Attiyah in Doha, and both sides stressed the importance of expanding bilateral ties. According to the Iraqi…
Iraq and Germany Expand Political and Security Cooperation
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, reaffirmed Baghdad’s commitment to deepening relations with Germany during talks with members of the Bundestag on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference. He described the relationship as steadily advancing and underlined Iraq’s intention to broaden cooperation across political,…
Women Judges Establish Network to Strengthen Judicial Cooperation
Under the initiative of the UNDP Regional Programme for Arab States, in coordination with UNDP Iraq, and hosted by the Iraq Women Judges Association, women judges from six Arab countries (Iraq, Palestine, Algeria, Yemen, Morocco, and Qatar) gathered in Baghdad on 13–14 February 2026 to formally establish the Arab Women…
EBRD Launches SME and Startup Support Programmes
UNESCO, Japan Launch Ninewa Project to Rebuild Education
Iraq and Qatar Discuss Agricultural and Municipal Cooperation
Iraq and Germany Expand Political and Security Cooperation
Women Judges Establish Network to Strengthen Judicial Cooperation
One of Iraq’s Largest Hospitals Under Construction in Nineveh
UNDP, German Development Bank Visit Sinjar Fruit Tree Nursery
Talks with German Agency for International Cooperation on Governance Reform
Iraq and Saudi Arabia Move to Boost Tourism Cooperation
Iraq and Kuwait Agree on Reciprocal Cultural Weeks
10 July 2025
Honouring Iraq’s Spirit: Muharram in London 2025
On Wednesday the 3rd of July, the streets of London caught a glimpse into the hospitality of the Iraqi people.…
8 July 2024
IBBC Spring Conference: Fostering Business Ties
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9kpb4FLpgZU&t=4s The IBBC Spring Conference at Mansion House convened Iraqi and British government officials, CEOs, and industry leaders to explore…
13 March 2024
Voices of Tomorrow: A Conversation with the President of the Iraqi Academic Youth Association
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9-Ii3WuUpBg&t=353sIn an exclusive interview with the President of the Iraqi Academic Youth Association, Aalaa Al-Memar speaks on the activities of…
27 February 2024
Threads of Tradition: Dhamyaa Al Saffar’s Journey in Reviving Iraqi Fashion
https://youtu.be/vcaQZmbfCgI?si=Offz3x88wr-T7KM4In an exclusive interview with Iraqi designer Dhamyaa Al Saffar, she introduces her new clothing brand that evolves around Iraqi…
20 February 2024
Insights from the IBBC’s Agritech Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WyTWye0sK78&t=24s The Iraq Britain Business Council inaugurated the Agritech Committee at the Royal Overseas League, to develop the agricultural sector…
15 February 2024
IBBC Inaugural Meeting of the Agritech Committee
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NUp2gcwDmQ The Iraq British Business Council (IBBC) brings together business, trade and investment from the UK and international companies,…
31 January 2024
TAQAT Forum: Interview with the Chairman of Al Zaman Group
https://youtu.be/qo37KzvyDWY London – (iina) The Consultant of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce and Chairman of Al Zaman Group,…
31 January 2024
TAQAT Forum: Interview with the Iraqi Cultural Attaché in London
https://youtu.be/rvBY0RJaPB8 London – (iina) In an exclusive interview with Mohammed Al-Hashimi, he speaks on the opportunities the Iraqi Cultural Attaché offers…
29 January 2024
TAQAT Forum: Interview with Ali H. Muneam
https://youtu.be/gkOjLSXPn6U London – (iina) Amongst the sponsors of the Taqat Forum, Ali Hussein Muneam, the CEO of International Smart Card…
29 January 2024
TAQAT Forum: Interview with Dr Amina Al-Yassin
https://youtu.be/JyT2lDCsXYw London – (iina) The Taqat Forum invited many Iraqi speakers working in various fields. One of them is Dr…
Iraq – Beyond Your Imagination: Interview with Tour Guide Husain Rasheed
Home to Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilisation, and the famed ‘land between two rivers’, Iraq is a country with a rich and complex history, one that has often cast a shadow over its modern tourism potential. Husain Rasheed, originally from Babylon, has been working as a tour guide with…
Yousif Hani Al-Waeli on Architecture and Iraq’s Built Future
Trained in Baghdad and now practicing in the UAE, Yousif Hani Al-Waeli is an Iraqi architect whose work combines architecture, urban design, and cultural heritage. With a specific focus on Iraq’s built environment, his work ranges from community-based housing in the southern marshes to policy advocacy, aiming to integrate…
River of Black Stone Exhibition: Interview with Artist Emii Alrai
Art has long been a powerful means of navigating identity, history, and personal experience. For Emii Alrai, a British-Iraqi artist, sculpture and installation serve as a way to interrogate heritage, materiality, and the structures that shape our understanding of the past. At Compton Verney in Warwickshire, Emii Alrai’s latest…
Iraq Through Memory’s Eyes: Interview with Curator Hafsa Alkhudairi
In a captivating conversation, Saudi-Iraqi curator Hafsa Alkhudairi shares her notable perspective on art, heritage, and the joy of storytelling through curation. Her journey into the art world began unexpectedly, moving from architecture through graphic communication before finding her true calling in contemporary art. Can you tell us about…
Rewriting Iraq’s Story: Interview with Travel Content Creator Paulina Weis
In an era where Iraq is often portrayed through the lens of conflict and instability, Luxembourg native Paulina Weis embarked on a journey to challenge these narratives. Through a combination of personal curiosity and the influence of Iraqis in her own community, Weis was drawn to the rich history,…
Confronting Climate Change: Interview with Iraq’s FAO Representative Dr. Salah El Hajj Hassan
As climate change poses an ever-growing threat to food security and agricultural sustainability, Iraq stands at a critical crossroads. With rising temperatures, shifting rainfall patterns, and increasing water scarcity, the agricultural sector faces unprecedented challenges. Dr. Salah El Hajj Hassan, the Food and Agriculture Organisation’s (FAO) Representative in Iraq,…
Iraq Hosts 49th Baghdad International Fair
From 2-7 Feburary 2026, Baghdad once again takes centre stage as a hub for trade and exchange, hosting the 49th Baghdad International Fair. Held under the patronage of the Iraqi Ministry of Trade and organised by the General Company for Iraqi Exhibitions and Commercial Services, the event carries the theme…
Iraqi Honey, From Mountain Hives to Market Tables
With roots dating back to the Sumerian Empire, the Iraqi honey industry is steeped in tradition. Used everyday, from cooking and dessert making to medicinal remedies, honey in Iraq is more than just a food – rather it is a reflection of the ever evolving geography, climate and culture of…
Toyota Iraq Supports Farmers at Halabja Pomegranate Festival
With a large public turnout, Toyota Iraq proudly sponsored the annual Pomegranate Festival in Halabja. The three-day event took place at Halabja Amusement Park from October 30 to November 1, 2025, celebrating the region’s renowned agricultural produce. The festival is one of the most prominent annual events in the Kurdistan…
Paragliding lifts Sulaymaniyah’s appeal for adventure tourism
Captain Khalid Al-Najjar, Take-off and Safety Officer, confirmed that paragliding activities in Sulaymaniyah Governorate have witnessed growing interest, transforming the sport into one of the most prominent adventure attractions and a key driver of tourism in the region. Paragliding activities are organised across several locations in Sulaymaniyah, selected according to…
UNESCO and KAR Back World Heritage Sites Project in Erbil
The Erbil Citadel, in the heart of north Iraq, is widely believed to be one of the oldest places on Earth where people have lived continuously. With its countless years of heritage and cultural significance built into it, the Erbil Citadel reflects generations of life and civilisation in the region.…
Iraq’s Development Road: Bridging the Gulf to Europe
Iraq is stepping into a new phase of development with the launch of the Development Road, an ambitious $17 billion project designed to link the Grand Al-Faw Port to Turkey and Europe through a network of railways and highways. One of the most significant transport and logistics plans of Iraq…
Basra Hosts IBBC Conference to Promote Trade and Investment
Basra hosted the Iraq-Britain Business Council (IBBC) Conference over the past two days, bringing together senior Iraqi officials, UK representatives and international companies to discuss investment, infrastructure and economic cooperation. Held under the theme “Gateway to Iraq,” the conference focused on positioning Basra as a central hub for trade, logistics…
Iraq Embraces Unity on International Tolerance Day
Established by the United Nations in 1995, International Day of Tolerance has been celebrated every year since 1996, to promote tolerance, mutual understanding, and respect among cultures and peoples. As the cradle of civilisation, Iraq is home to groups of people from all different cultural and religious backgrounds; a melting…
How Iraq is Rebranding Itself for Global Tourism Growth
The Excel Centre in London opened its doors from the 4th – 6th November for the 45th edition of the World Travel Market. As the world’s most influential travel and tourism event, this year WTM London brought together over 45,000 travel professionals worldwide to network and build connections, showcase their…
Flavours of Iraq Shine at Coffee and Tea Festival
This week, Iraq celebrated its second edition of the Coffee and Tea Festival in its capital. Taking place at the Palm Complex in Baghdad, the event, organised by the Reza Alwan Cultural Foundation and Enfold Company, brought together nearly 70 coffee and tea companies from across Iraq and neighbouring nations.…
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