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Iraq, Italy discuss expanding bilateral economic cooperation
Iraq’s Private Sector Development Department in the Ministry of Trade and the Iraqi-Italian Business Council met to explore ways to expand economic cooperation and investment opportunities between the two countries. Dr. Malik Al-Dari’i, General Manager of the Department, said discussions focused on attracting Italian companies to Iraq, particularly in industry,…
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New 63 km Road Connects Faw Port and Umm Qasr
Iraq has inaugurated a new 63-kilometre link road connecting the Grand Faw Port to Umm Qasr, marking a key step in strengthening the country’s transport and logistics network. The project forms part of the wider development of the Grand Faw Port and is designed to support the movement of freight…
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UNAMI Ends 20-Year Mission in Iraq, Marks New Chapter
After more than two decades supporting Iraq, the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) is concluding its mandate at the end of this year. Mr Mohammed Al-Hassan, briefing on the mission’s closure, thanked the Government of Iraq for hosting UNAMI and for its long-standing cooperation. “Today is a great…
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Iraqi Women Secure Bronze Medal in West Asian Championship
The Iraq women’s national football team secured third place in the ninth West Asian Championship after defeating Saudi Arabia 4–2 on penalties in the match held at King Abdullah Stadium in Jeddah. The victory earned Iraq the bronze medal and highlighted the continued development of women’s football in the country.…
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Iraq Signs Sports Cooperation Deal with Saudi Arabia
Representing Iraq, the Deputy Minister for Sports Affairs, Dr Hassan Al-Hasnawi, attended the opening ceremony of the 6th Islamic Solidarity Games in Riyadh, standing in for Minister Dr Ahmed Al-Mubarraq. The regional sporting event, which brings together athletes from 57 member countries of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), aims…
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70 Scholarships Offered to Iraqi Students to Study Hungary
The Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has announced the availability of 70 scholarships in Hungary for the 2026/2027 academic year, providing new opportunities for Iraqi students to pursue higher education abroad. The scholarships are divided into three categories: 10 for bachelor’s degrees, 20 for master’s programs, and…
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Basra Launches State-of-the-Art Maintenance Facility
Basra Governorate has inaugurated a new Mechanical Engineering Complex, designed to maintain and repair the Ministry of Electricity’s specialised machinery. The facility aims to enhance field maintenance efficiency, reduce equipment downtime, and improve emergency response across the province. The complex features workshops for oil spraying, ironing, mechanical, cooling, and electrical…
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Basma Programme Provides Loans for Women-Led SMEs
Iraq has launched the Basma Initiative, providing soft loans to women aiming to establish small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in cooperation with national banks. The programme is part of the government’s broader efforts to boost women’s participation in the economy and reduce unemployment. The initiative will support women-led projects across…
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Al-Karkh University Unveils New Faculties Amid Expansion
Iraq’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr Naeem Al-Aboudi, inaugurated new faculties of Engineering, Law, and Management and Economics at Al-Karkh University of Science as part of a nationwide expansion plan. The ministry has established 52 new colleges, 192 departments, and 70 specialised branches across various disciplines over…
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Iraqi Airways Launches First Domestic Flights Between Baghdad and Mosul
Iraqi Airways has commenced its first domestic flights connecting Baghdad International Airport with Mosul International Airport, effective Thursday, 6 November 2025. The move comes in line with Transport Minister Razzaq Muhibs Al-Saadawi’s directives to expand Iraq’s domestic air network, aiming to boost travel and trade between provinces. Engineer Manaf Abdul-Munim…
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