International Relations
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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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Iraq and Switzerland: A New Era in Tax Cooperation
Iraq and Switzerland took a significant step towards enhancing economic cooperation by initialling an agreement to prevent double taxation and tax evasion on income and capital. The agreement was signed on Wednesday, 26 February 2025, and is expected to create a more favourable investment climate for businesses operating between the…
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Iraqi Delegation Participates in Asian Parliamentary Assembly
The Foreign Relations Committee of the Iraqi Council of Representatives, led by MP Jabbar Al-Kanani and joined by MPs Haider Al-Salami and Vian Sabry, participated in the 15th Executive Council meetings of the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA), alongside representatives from 30 Asian nations. The discussions covered key economic, political, and…
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Iraq, Azerbaijan Plan Direct Flights and Trade Growth
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Fuad Hussein, met with Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister, Jeyhun Bayramov, on 15th February 2025 in Munich, where they discussed strengthening cooperation between their two nations. The ministers praised the historical and cultural ties shared by Iraq and Azerbaijan, emphasising the potential for enhanced collaboration…
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