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Heritage
The Lions of Babylon
The Lion of Babylon stands in the ancient city of Babylon (modern-day Hillah, Iraq), as a true testament to the historic Mesopotamian empire. Carved from black basalt, the statue measures around 2 metres in length and rests on a 1-metre-high platform. It depicts a lion standing over a human figure,…
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Culture and Heritage
Basra Museum Showcases Iraq’s Heritage to Italian Delegation
As part of efforts to enhance cultural cooperation and showcase Iraq’s rich heritage to the global community, the Basra Civilization Museum welcomed an Italian press delegation on a special visit aimed at highlighting Iraq’s archaeological and tourism potential. The visit was carried out under the directives of Mr. Ali Obeid…
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International Relations
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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Oil and Gas
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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Arts, Culture and Events
Experience Bashu Culture at Expo 2025 Osaka
On April 28, Sichuan Week, China Pavilion at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, officially kicks off, marking a significant milestone as the first Chinese province to host activities at the level of provinces. Running from April 28 to 30, Sichuan Week is centered around the theme “The Splendid Bashu Culture,…
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Diplomacy
Iraq, Switzerland Eye Stronger Private Sector Cooperation
A round of political consultations was held at the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Baghdad between Undersecretary Mr. Mohammed Hussein Mohammed Bahr Al-Ulum, and Ambassador Monika Schmitz Kirgöz, Assistant Secretary of State for the Middle East and North Africa at the Swiss Federal Department of Foreign Affairs. The meeting…
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Culture and Heritage
UNESCO Delegation Visits Ancient City of Ashur
A UNESCO delegation has visited the ancient city of Ashur, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Iraq, to assess the condition of the site and review ongoing conservation efforts. Led by Ms. Tatania, the delegation’s head, the team of international experts reaffirmed UNESCO’s commitment to protecting Mesopotamian heritage, describing…
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NEWS
Disability Employment Network Launched in Iraq’s Private Sector
The first meeting of the Advisory Committee of the Iraqi National Network for Employers Interested in Empowering and Employing People with Disabilities was held at the headquarters of the Iraqi Federation of Industries. The network, launched in December 2024, is a joint initiative by the Federation and the International Labour…
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Diplomacy
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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NEWS
Shandong Signs Major Infrastructure Contract for New Sadr City
Baghdad’s Mayor, Eng. Ammar Musa Kazim, has officially sponsored the signing ceremony of a significant infrastructure contract for the new Sadr City. The agreement, reached between the Baghdad Municipality’s Projects Department and Shandong Hi-Speed, marks a major milestone in the capital’s urban development plans. The contract entails the implementation of…
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