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Transport
Heritage on Two Levels: Baghdad’s Double-Decker Buses
The Leyland double-decker bus has been a significant part of Baghdad’s public transportation system and heritage since their introduction in the 1950s. These iconic buses have stood as a testament to Baghdad’s unique character among Arab capitals. Known locally as ‘Al-Maslaha’ or ‘Al-Amanah’, names derived from the Baghdad Municipality, these…
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Sport
Iraq Wins First Match Against Ukraine at the Paris Olympics 2024
Iraq’s football team kicked off their Paris 2024 Olympic campaign with a great performance, clinching a 2-1 win against Ukraine. The President of the Football Federation extended heartfelt congratulations to the team, praising their impressive showing in their Group B opener. Under the guidance of coach Radhi Shneishil, the team…
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Travel
Iraq Offers New E-Visa Option
The Ministry of Interior of Iraq has announced a new system for obtaining an Iraqi visa through an online electronic application, known as the e-visa. This new system is designed to simplify the visa application process, making it more accessible to tourists and visitors. To apply for the e-visa, applicants…
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Transport
Sawah-Hajjama Railway to be Completed by September
Transport Minister Razak Muhibis Al-Saddawi has directed urgent measures to expedite the Sawah-Hajjama railway project in Samawah City. During his visit to Al-Muthanna Province today, he reviewed the project’s progress and service levels. The Minister led a meeting with the contractor, Blund Bayeh, and key officials including the Director General…
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Media and Communications
CMC Affirms Iraq’s Commitment to Digital Transformation
Dr. Ali Al-Moayyed, Head of the Communications and Media Commission (CMC) Authority, emphasised that Iraq’s ongoing digital transformation, discussed at the DTI Youth Digital Transformation Forum in Baghdad, is poised to significantly impact the country’s future. The event, supported by the Prime Minister, highlighted the government’s and state institutions’ deep…
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Economy
UNCTAD Project: Key Customs Changes Expected
On Sunday, July 21, 2024, Minister of Finance Mrs. Taif Sami Muhammad chaired a coordination meeting that could significantly impact the operational efficiency and international trade relations of the General Authority of Customs. This meeting, attended by the Director Generals of the General Authority of Customs, the Legal Department, the…
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Transport
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…
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