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Japan and Iraq Launch Major Oil Export Reconstruction in Basra
Iraq and Japan have taken a major step to strengthen their long standing partnership in the energy sector with the launch of the Crude Oil Export Facility Reconstruction Project at the Port of Al-Faw in Basra Governorate. The foundation stone laying ceremony, held on Saturday, was attended by Japan’s Ambassador…
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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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Iraq Resumes Kurdistan Oil Exports After 30-Month Halt
Oil exports from the Kurdistan Region through the Iraq–Turkey pipeline have resumed after a 30-month suspension, following a landmark agreement between Baghdad, Erbil, and international oil companies. The exports, suspended since March 2023 after an arbitration ruling in Paris against Ankara for breaching a 1973 pipeline accord, have now restarted…
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Al-Zohour Water Project Enhances Supply in Northern Baghdad
Prime Minister Mohammed Al-Sudani on Thursday inaugurated the Al-Zohour Central Water Project, a key infrastructure development designed to improve water services for residents in Al-Hussainiya and Al-Intisar, located in northern Baghdad. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Media Office, the newly launched facility has a production capacity of…
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KPMG Partners with Iraq to Strengthen Financial Transparency Efforts
Prime Minister Mohammad Al-Sudani met on Tuesday with representatives from KPMG, the global audit and financial consulting firm, to discuss the company’s ongoing cooperation with Iraq’s banking sector. The talks focused on enhancing transparency in financial operations and further consolidating Iraq’s international financial standing. During the meeting, Prime Minister Al-Sudani…
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Northern Gateway Project Enhances Road Links Between Najaf and Karbala
The Ministry of Planning announced progress on the Northern Gateway Project in Al-Najaf Al-Ashraf, a key infrastructure initiative designed to improve road connectivity between Najaf, Karbala, and neighbouring governorates. According to the ministry, the project includes the construction of several main structures and facilities, most notably an eight-storey tower building…
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Iraq and BP Activate Kirkuk Oil Development Contract
Iraq has officially activated the contract to develop four major oil fields in Kirkuk and rehabilitate gas facilities. The agreement was signed between the North Oil Company, North Gas Company, and BP (British Petroleum), under the patronage of the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Engineer…
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Baghdad Wins Bid to Host Global Expo 2029 Garden
Baghdad has been chosen to host Expo 2029 Garden, following a vote at the 77th Annual Congress of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) in Ghent, Belgium. The Iraqi capital’s bid won over proposals from Thailand, Malaysia, Argentina, and Australia. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani commended Iraq’s representatives, who…
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Iraq Launches ITEX 2025 to Drive Digital Transformation
Baghdad hosted the opening of the Iraq International Information and Communications Technology Fair (ITEX 2025) at the Baghdad International Exhibition, under the slogan “Iraq launches towards a new future with digital transformation technology.” The event, sponsored by Prime Minister Al-Sudani and supervised by the Chairman of the Media and Communications…
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Al-Sudani Launches Iraq Vision 2050 for Economic Transformation
Prime Minister Al-Sudani has officially launched Iraq Vision 2050, a long-term development plan aimed at reshaping the country’s economy, governance, and society. The launch ceremony on Saturday brought together senior officials, private sector leaders, diplomats, academics, and members of the media. The vision sets out five main goals: building a…
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