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Minister of Health Reviews Australian Hospital Project in Baqubah
In line with the government’s health sector priorities, including the completion, inauguration, and operation of healthcare projects, Dr. Saleh Mahdi Al-Hasnawi, Iraq’s Minister of Health, visited the Australian Hospital project with a 400-bed capacity south of Baqubah on Thursday, 6 February 2025. He was accompanied by Dr. Khamis Al-Saad, the…
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Insights From the 48th session of the Baghdad International Fair
Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani inaugurated the 48th edition of the Baghdad International Fair on Saturday, marking a significant milestone in Iraq’s economic development. The event welcomed 1,250 companies from 22 Arab and foreign countries, reflecting renewed international confidence in Iraq’s business environment. In the keynote speech, the return of…
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Mayor of Baghdad Attends 62nd Executive Council Meeting in Tangier
The 62nd session of the Executive Council of the Arab Cities Organization commenced in the city of Tangier, with the participation of the Mayor of Baghdad, Eng. Ammar Musa Kazim, alongside Arab city leaders and mayors. The meeting serves as a platform for discussing urban development, municipal cooperation, and strategies…
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Art Exhibition Highlights Climate Change and Its Impact on Iraq
Under the patronage of the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Antiquities, Dr. Ahmed Fakkak Al-Badrani, the Undersecretary of the Ministry, Qasim Al-Sudani, inaugurated an art exhibition titled Environmental Pollution and Global Warming, organised by the Ishtar Foundation for Culture and Arts. The event, attended by prominent officials including Dr. Montaser…
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Anbar Patients to Access Advanced Cancer Treatment Locally
The Iraqi Ministry of Health has announced that the new linear accelerators designated for cancer treatment at the Anbar Oncology Centre will soon be operational. The announcement was made by the Director-General of Anbar Health, Dr. Khudair Khalaf Shalal, following his visit to the centre on Monday, 3 February 2025,…
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Baghdad-Kirkuk Road Project to Ease Traffic Congestion
The Ministry of Planning has reaffirmed its commitment to overseeing the rehabilitation of the Baghdad-Kirkuk road, a vital infrastructure project aimed at improving transportation and commercial movement. According to a statement released today, specialised field follow-up teams have been closely monitoring the project’s progress, identifying any obstacles hindering its completion,…
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The New Face of Baghdad’s Retail Scene
In the heart of one of Baghdad’s most prestigious districts, Jadriya Mall is quickly becoming the city’s go-to destination for dining, shopping and entertainment. The official opening was on November 16th, 2024. Since, the mall has garnered attention for its luxurious design, ideal location and variety of services.…
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Zero Paper Initiative Pushes Iraq’s E-Governance Forward
The Ministry of Finance, represented by its Government Procedures Simplification Team, took part in the annual conference of the Supreme Committee for Simplifying Government Procedures and Services, held at the Rashid Hotel in Baghdad. The delegation was led by the Director General of the Administrative and Financial Department, Mr. Sadiq…
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CMC Discusses Enhanced Cooperation with U.S. Chamber of Commerce
The Head of the Communication and Media Commission (CMC), Dr Ali Al-Muayyed, held discussions with Mr Steve Lutes, Chairman of the U.S.-Iraq Business Council and Vice President of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, at the authority’s headquarters in Baghdad. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation and advancing regulatory frameworks…
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New Iraq-Egypt Deal Boosts Land Transport Trade
Under the patronage of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani and Egyptian Prime Minister Mustafa Madbouly, Iraq’s Minister of Transport, Razzaq Muhaibis Al-Saadawi, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with his Egyptian counterpart, Lieutenant General Kamel Al-Wazir. The agreement focuses on enhancing land transport for passengers and goods between the…
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