Features
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Iraq’s Southern Marshes Holding On Despite Mounting Environmental Pressures
A dense mist hangs low over the wetlands as the sun begins to rise in southern Iraq. First light spreads across a vast network of winding waterways, edged with thick reeds, as flocks of birds zip overhead. By the time the sun clears the horizon, the marshes have begun to…
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Wiqaya – The Innovative Initiative with Potential to Drastically Reduce Iraq’s Rising Sand Storms
A new project, aimed at tackling the increasing number of sand and dust storms in southern Iraq, is due to be underway soon, with officials meeting in Baghdad and Nasriyah to finalise logistics. Held between the 9th and 16th of February, the consultations were organised by the International Water Management…
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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…
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Iraqi Honey – The Journey 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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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