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NEWS
Iraq, Oman Move to Develop Cross-Border Passenger Transport
The General Corporation for the Transport of Passengers and Delegations held talks with a high level delegation from the Sultanate of Oman aimed at signing a memorandum of understanding to develop public passenger transport between the two countries through border ports, via the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The meeting was…
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Uncategorised
Iraq Planning Ministry Discusses Donor Fund with UN
Iraq’s Ministry of Planning discussed with the United Nations team in Iraq mechanisms for establishing a donor fund, as part of broader efforts to enhance international cooperation and support national development priorities. Talks focused on the fund’s establishment within the 2025–2029 Cooperation Framework, including its terms of reference, governance arrangements…
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Uncategorised
UNICEF Launches EMIS Across Thousands of Iraqi Schools
UNICEF said on Monday it has begun implementing the Education Management Information System (EMIS) in thousands of Iraqi schools, aiming to improve governance, planning and service delivery within the national education system. The system is now operating in more than 16,000 schools nationwide, providing education authorities and school administrators with…
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Heritage
Iraqi House of Fashion Supports Revival of Baghdad Textile Heritage
Organised by the Iraqi House of Fashion, an official visit to the General Company for Textile and Leather Industries’ carpet factory took place on Wednesday, 4th of February. Ms. Najwan Faris Abdullah, the Iraqi Fashion house’s Director General, organised the visit to the Kadhmiyah district based factory in cooperation with…
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Diplomacy
Iraq, South Korea Explore Strategic Investment and Trade Cooperation
The President of the National Investment Authority, Dr Haider Mohammed Makia, received His Excellency the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iraq, Mr Lee Jong Il, to discuss prospects for joint cooperation between Iraq and South Korea in the fields of investment, trade, and economic exchange. Dr Makia welcomed…
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Economy
Iraq, Iran Discuss Strategic Oil and Gas Cooperation
The General Manager of the Oil Pipeline Company, Mr Ali Abdul Karim Al-Musawi, received a delegation from the Isfahan Chamber of Commerce and representatives of Iranian oil companies to explore opportunities for cooperation in the oil and gas sector. The meeting focused on sharing technical expertise, building strategic partnerships, and…
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NEWS
Iraq, Bulgaria Expand Land Transport Cooperation
The Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Sofia, Dr Haidar Haqi Al-Buraihi, held talks with the Executive Director of Bulgaria’s Land Transport Authority, Mr Slav Monov, on strengthening bilateral relations, with a particular focus on facilitating the transport of goods to and from…
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Heritage
Iraq’s National Theatre Celebrates Authentic Musical Heritage
The National Theatre hosted a joint musical performance by the Iraqi National Ensemble for Musical Heritage and the Sumeriat Musical Ensemble, conducted by maestro Alaa Majeed, in an evening that celebrated the richness and authenticity of Iraq’s traditional music. The concert featured a carefully curated selection of renowned Iraqi songs…
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Energy
Iraq’s South Refinery Achieves Full FCC Unit Operation
The Ministry of Oil announced the successful full operation of the Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) unit at the South Refineries Company, marking the start of production for high-octane gasoline. The Deputy Prime Minister for Energy and Oil, Eng. Hayan Abdul Ghani Al-Sawad, praised the efforts of South Refineries Company personnel…
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Energy
Iraq and Indonesian Officials Discuss Bilateral Energy Projects
Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, Hayan Abdul Ghani Al-Sawad, met today with the Indonesian Ambassador to Baghdad, Didik Eko Pujianto, accompanied by a delegation from the Indonesian oil and gas company MedcoEnergi. The delegation included the company’s Chairman, Hilmi Panigoro, and Ahmed Saif Al-Din,…
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