International Relations
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Italy and UNESCO Support Education for Iraqi Youth
In a step towards stronger diplomatic relations, UNESCO has announced the launch of a three-year project, funded by the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, aimed at expanding access to quality education for Iraqi children. The project, closely coordinated with the Iraqi Ministry of Education, the Iraqi National Commission for Education,…
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Iraq and Greece Resume Flights, Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Fouad Hussein, met with his Greek counterpart, Giorgos Gerapetritis, in Baghdad on 30 October 2025, to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in multiple sectors. During the meeting, the ministers highlighted the historical ties between Iraq and Greece and agreed on new…
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Iraq, Türkiye Agree on Sustainable Water Partnership
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani oversaw the signing of a new implementation mechanism for the Framework Cooperation Agreement on water between Iraq and Türkiye. The mechanism includes a package of joint projects designed to improve water management. The agreement, signed on the 2nd of November in Baghdad by Iraq’s Deputy…
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UNMAS Iraq Welcomes China’s Peace and Security Support
The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) in Iraq welcomes a new contribution from the People’s Republic of China, with support from the United Nations Peace and Development Trust Fund – Peace and Security Sub-Fund. This marks China’s first-ever contribution to UNMAS Iraq. Their support will allow for increased civilian…
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Iraq Advances Economic Reforms to Join WTO Membership
Iraq is making significant strides in economic reforms aimed at joining the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Trade Minister Dr. Ather Dawoud Al-Ghariri said during a dialogue session in Geneva. Speaking at the event, Dr. Al-Ghariri highlighted Iraq’s transition from a socially inclusive economic system to a market-oriented economy, describing recent…
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Iraq Seals Floating Gas Deal with Excelerate Energy
Iraq has strengthened its strategic energy cooperation with the United States by signing a landmark agreement with Excelerate Energy to install the country’s first Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU). The deal supports Baghdad’s plan to secure reliable gas supplies, ease pressure on the national electricity grid, and accelerate the…
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Switzerland Reopens Embassy in Baghdad After 30 Years
Baghdad has officially welcomed the return of Swiss diplomatic presence after more than three decades, as Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein and Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis inaugurated the Swiss Embassy in Baghdad The reopening ceremony, attended by senior officials from Iraq’s Ministry of Foreign…
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Iraq, Switzerland and Sweden Strengthen Energy and Investment Ties
Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani met on Wednesday with the Ambassador of Switzerland to Iraq, Mr. Daniel Hunn, and the Ambassador of Sweden, Mr. Jörgen Lindström, to discuss opportunities for expanding cooperation in the energy and development sectors. The meeting was also attended by the Executive Director of Linxon and the…
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Iraq and Mauritania Forge Stronger Diplomatic Ties
A broad cooperation agreement was signed by Iraq and Mauritania, in an attempt to strengthen ties in culture, education, labour and trade. Formalised on October 14th, 2025, in Baghdad, during the second session of the Iraqi-Mauritanian Joint Committee, the ceremony was led by Iraq’s Minister of Culture, Professor Dr. Ahmed…
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ExxonMobil Signs Agreement to Develop Iraq’s Oil Sector
The Ministry of Oil signed a Heads of Agreement (HOA) on Wednesday with US-based ExxonMobil, aiming to strengthen Iraq’s oil industry, modernise export infrastructure, and attract international investment. The signing ceremony was attended by Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani, who highlighted the agreement as a major step for the future…
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