International Relations
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Baghdad Hosts Iraq–Netherlands IHE Delft Signing
On Monday, Iraq’s Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research signed an academic protocol with the prestigious Dutch IHE Delft Institute for Water Education. The ceremony, held at the ministry’s headquarters in Baghdad, marks a significant new chapter in bilateral cooperation between Iraq and the Netherlands. The agreement seeks to…
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Tokyo Guests Explore Iraq’s History and Cuisine
As part of strengthening cultural cooperation between Iraq and Japan, introducing Iraqi culture, and promoting Baghdad as the Arab Tourism Capital for 2025, the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Tokyo has organised a cultural activity on April 17th 2025, in cooperation with the Cultural Center of the NHK…
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Iraq, Russia Prepare for Upcoming Russian-Arab Summit
On the sidelines of the Arab Summit held in Baghdad, the Undersecretary of Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Mohammed Hussein Mohammed Bahr Al-Ulum, met with the Special Envoy of the Russian President for the Middle East and North Africa, Mr. Mikhail Bogdanov. The meeting also included the Russian Ambassador…
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Iraq-Oman Relations Deepen Ahead of Arab Summit
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of Iraq, Mr. Fuad Hussein, concluded a high-level official visit to the Sultanate of Oman, where he met with His Majesty Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said and senior Omani officials to deepen bilateral relations and deliver an official invitation to the…
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Iraq Partners with China to Develop Baghdad Oil Field
Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Hayan Abdul-Ghani Al-Sawad, has reaffirmed Iraq’s commitment to boosting national oil production in line with the Ministry of Oil’s strategic plans and the government’s development programme. His remarks came during the signing ceremony of an annex to the development contract…
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Iraq and France Strengthen Bilateral Ties
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Fuad Hussein, received the French Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Jean-Noël Barrot, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs headquarters in Baghdad on Wednesday. The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral relations across various sectors and saw both sides exchange views on pressing…
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Oman Strengthens its Ties with Iraq
Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed S. Al-Sudani welcomed the Omani Minister of Transport, Communication and Information Technology, Mr. Saeed bin Hamoud Al-Mawali today. Amongst various discussion topics, the Prime Minister pointed to the advancements Iraq has witnessed in development and investment, particularly in the communications sector. He brought into focus that…
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New U.S.–Iraq Deal Boosts Economic Cooperation
In a significant step toward enhancing economic ties, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at strengthening collaboration between the American and Iraqi private sectors. The agreement, hailed as a pivotal milestone in bilateral trade relations,…
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Iraq and South Korea to Cooperate in Energy and Infrastructure
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Fuad Hussein, hosted the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iraq, Mr. Goo Seung-soo, at the Ministry’s headquarters, marking the conclusion of his diplomatic mission in Iraq. Minister Fuad Hussein expressed his deep appreciation for the…
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Iraq’s Largest Trading Partner: China Reaches $55B Trade
The Chinese Embassy in Iraq has announced that trade exchange between the two nations has exceeded $55 billion annually, highlighting the strength of their economic relations and deepening strategic partnership. China remains Iraq’s largest trading partner, with Iraqi oil exports playing a central role in bilateral trade. In return, China…
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