Business, Development and Industry
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FAO Hosts Training on Agroecology and Marshland Conservation
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) in Iraq, in collaboration with the Iraqi Ministry of Environment (MoE), Ministry of Agriculture (MoA), and Ministry of Water Resources (MoWR), hosted a five-day training workshop in Basra focused on agroecology and marshland conservation in southern Iraq. This training, part…
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Baghdad Welcomes Habib Al Mulla’s Legal Expertise
Habib Al Mulla and Partners, a leading law firm based in the United Arab Emirates, has announced its expansion into Iraq by establishing a new office in Baghdad. This move has been achieved in collaboration with Al Nesoor Law Firm, a highly regarded Baghdad-based legal practice with a 30-strong team…
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New ILO Initiative Aims to Combat Youth Unemployment
In a bid to address the high youth unemployment rate in Iraq, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, in collaboration with the International Labour Organization (ILO), has officially launched the Job Search Club (JSC) National Program. The initiative, part of the PROSPECTS partnership, aims to equip young Iraqis with essential…
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Improved Travel and Trade with New Wasit Road Development
The Ministry of Planning has conducted a field visit to assess the progress of the second lane construction on the (Kut – Badra – Mahran) road, including the Kalala – Badra Bridge, spanning 76 kilometres in Wasit Governorate. This critical infrastructure project aims to enhance transportation efficiency, reduce traffic accidents,…
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Kadhimiya’s Traffic Addressed with New Aden and Sanaa Square Bridges
The Aden and Sanaa Square bridges in Kadhimiya have officially opened, marking a significant milestone in efforts to alleviate traffic congestion in Baghdad. The bridges are part of a broader infrastructure development initiative aimed at streamlining traffic flow and improving daily commutes in the busy capital. The two bridges are…
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KBR and Iraqi Ports Collaborate on Grand Faw Port Management
The General Company for Iraqi Ports held a crucial meeting today with the Ministry of Planning and the global consulting firm KBR to discuss strategies for managing the Grand Faw Port and to develop its operational policy. Dr. Farhan Al-Fartousi, General Manager of the General Company for Iraqi Ports, explained…
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Kurdistan’s Job Fair Brings Opportunities Through Digital Platform
The International Labour Organisation (ILO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA), has launched an innovative Job-Matching Platform aimed at transforming employment opportunities in Kurdistan. This initiative, funded by the European Union under the Joint Social Protection Programme for Iraq, is designed to streamline the recruitment…
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Youth and Sports Ministry Joins Cultural Bazaar for Girls
The Ministry of Youth and Sports actively participated in the cultural bazaar organized by the College of Physical Education and Sports Sciences for Girls, aligning with Minister Dr. Ahmed Al-Mubarqa’s directives to promote sports, cultural, artistic, and scientific activities among Iraq’s youth. The event, led by the Department of Youth…
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Ministry of Planning Tackles Contracting Issues, Reveals New Digital Platform
The Ministry of Planning convened a key meeting on Thursday to address recent circulars and Cabinet decisions regarding government contracts and to introduce a new electronic platform aimed at streamlining contract processes. This platform, alongside quarterly review sessions, is set to enhance contract management and communication with contracting bodies nationwide.…
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Iraq’s Path to Economic Growth Expands with Al-Faw Port
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani arrived at Al-Faw Grand Port in Basra Province to oversee the handover ceremony of five berths completed by a Korean company, marking a milestone in Iraq’s strategic port development. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Media Office, the handover signifies the completion of…
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