Development
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Iraq Launches Major Water Infrastructure Projects in Al-Diwaniyah
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani on Saturday inaugurated construction works for three integrated water and infrastructure projects in Al-Diwaniyah Province, underscoring the government’s continued focus on essential services and long-term reconstruction planning. The projects located in the districts of Al-Shafi’iya, Neffer, and Al-Salahiya, include sewage, rainwater drainage, water transmission pipelines,…
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Iraq Builds Consensus for Stronger, Fairer Social Systems
In partnership with the United Nations and its agencies, including the World Food Programme and UNICEF, the Iraqi government has concluded a two-day national consultation to outline the country’s future commitments ahead of the WSSD2 summit in Doha this November. The meeting brought together key ministries, civil society representatives and…
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New Border Road Set to Boost Iraq-Saudi Trade
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has launched construction of a major new border road in Al-Muthanna Province, marking a significant step in strengthening trade and religious travel between Iraq and Saudi Arabia. The Al-Samawah (Al-Mamlaha)–Al-Salman–Al-Jumaymah Border Crossing Road, spanning 219 km round-trip, is considered one of the province’s most strategically…
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Iraq Launches New Maysan Pharmaceutical Production Plant
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has inaugurated the construction of the Maysan Medical Solutions and Pharmaceuticals Plant, marking a major milestone in Iraq’s efforts to strengthen its healthcare and pharmaceutical sector. The plant, the second of its kind in Iraq, represents a key private sector initiative in Maysan Province. The…
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Baghdad Nears Completion of First Phase of Ring Road IV
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has announced the near completion of the first phase of Baghdad’s traffic decongestion projects, which will culminate in the development of Ring Road IV, a major infrastructure initiative designed to ease chronic traffic congestion in the Iraqi capital. The announcement came as the Prime Minister…
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Baghdad International Hospital Project Marks Iraq–Qatar Partnership
Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani has inaugurated the construction works of the Baghdad International Hospital, a landmark healthcare project developed by Qatar Investment Holding Company. The initiative underscores Iraq’s growing partnership with Qatar and the government’s commitment to attracting international investment in vital sectors. Speaking at the launch ceremony in Baghdad,…
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Iraq Moves Forward with $60 Billion Al-Tayib Economic City
The National Investment Commision (NIC) has confirmed progress on the Al-Tayeb Economic City Project in Maysan, a major step towards transforming the area into a strategic multi-service investment zone. Chairman Dr. Haider Muhammad Makia announced that the NIC has received the planning vision for the project from KBR Company, approved…
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Japan and Iraq Launch Major Oil Export Reconstruction in Basra
Iraq and Japan have taken a major step to strengthen their long standing partnership in the energy sector with the launch of the Crude Oil Export Facility Reconstruction Project at the Port of Al-Faw in Basra Governorate. The foundation stone laying ceremony, held on Saturday, was attended by Japan’s Ambassador…
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Northern Gateway Project Enhances Road Links Between Najaf and Karbala
The Ministry of Planning announced progress on the Northern Gateway Project in Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf, a key infrastructure initiative designed to improve road connectivity between Najaf, Karbala, and neighbouring governorates. According to the ministry, the project includes the construction of several main structures and facilities, most notably an eight-storey tower building…
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New Medical Faculty Rising at Maysan University Campus
The Ministry of Planning announced that its specialised follow-up team visited the project of establishing the Medical Faculty at the University of Maysan to assess progress. The project covers 24,000 square metres, with a building area of 12,500 square metres, and will accommodate up to 3,500 students. It includes a…
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