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Speakers at London Conference Highlight Iraq Potentials, Challenges

Distinguished speakers gathered together to discuss ways for continued economic growth, foreign investment, and wide-ranging reform across all of Iraq.

RudawFri, May 23, 2014 Wed, May 28, 2014

Erbil to Host Major Oil & Gas Conference

More than 100 international energy companies and 800 political and diplomatic figures are expected to attend the Kurdistan-Iraq Oil & Gas Conference 2013 next month.

RudawWed, Nov 27, 2013 Thu, Nov 28, 2013

Detroit Firms to Design $600M Oil Tech University in Iraq

Iraq’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research is in Michigan this week to tour energy-efficient buildings, classrooms and building aesthetics.

WWJ-TVMon, Nov 25, 2013 Tue, Nov 26, 2013

The First Baghdad International Theater Festival

The first Baghdad International Theater Festival welcomed Iraqi, European and MENA plays and performances, signaling cultural expansion in Baghdad.

Sada JournalThu, Nov 21, 2013 Tue, Nov 26, 2013

Cultural Diplomacy Boosts Iraqi-Kuwaiti Relations

Iraqi Ambassador to Kuwait highlighted the importance of cultural diplomacy in strengthening relations and fostering mutual understanding between Iraq and Kuwait.

Kuwait News Agency (KUNA)Mon, Nov 25, 2013 Tue, Nov 26, 2013

Iraq and Turkey Agree on Opening New Border Gates

The two new gates are set to make a considerable contribution to trade in the Middle East.

Hürriyet Daily NewsFri, Nov 22, 2013 Tue, Nov 26, 2013

Multiple Museums Scheduled to Open in Iraq

The National Museum in Baghdad and the Basra Museum are expected to reopen in the next few years; while plans are being developed for construction of other new museums in Iraq.

The Art NewspaperThu, Nov 14, 2013 Wed, Nov 20, 2013

Emaar to Launch Development in Erbil

Emmar to take advantage of Iraq’s economic growth with plans to build a mini-city with housing developments, a business district and shopping mall, and education and healthcare centers. The project is also expected to create 45,000 jobs.

Khaleej TimesFri, Nov 15, 2013 Tue, Nov 19, 2013

Iraq Economy to Surge on a Wave of Oil

The International Monetary Fund predicted that the economy would grow by 6% in 2014.

International Business TimesFri, Mar 28, 2014 Thu, Apr 3, 2014

Iraq’s Position as a Major Oil Producer

Iraq has the potential to be the world’s largest crude exporter, with its geology offering prime benefits.

International Business TimesThu, Nov 14, 2013 Tue, Nov 19, 2013

UNESCO Recognizes Recent Vocational and Technical Graduates

Graduates of the program completed technical, vocational and business training and were awarded loans to start their own businesses in Iraq.

UNAMITue, Nov 12, 2013 Tue, Nov 12, 2013

Musical history: Multi-national project to reconstruct Iraq’s historic golden lyre

An Austrian harp maker is reconstructing Mesopotamia’s ancient Golden Lyre of Ur, in hopes of gifting it to the Iraqi people upon completion.

Niqash.orgThu, Oct 24, 2013 Tue, Oct 29, 2013

The Reemergence of the Iraqi Scientific Community

The establishment of the Iraqi Virtual Science Library, developed in collaboration with the US Departments of State and Defense and the National Academies of Science, fosters knowledge by allowing professionals to conduct research and share their findings with the Iraqi scientific community.

Wired.comFri, Oct 18, 2013 Tue, Oct 22, 2013

Opportunities for Family Offices in Iraq

Iraq's continued economic growth presents new opportunities for individuals interested in frontier investments, an environment that attracts many family offices.

CampdenFBThu, Oct 17, 2013 Tue, Oct 22, 2013

International companies aim to set up shop in Iraq despite violence

Iraq’s economic potential is trumping security concerns and has expanded dramatically after years of international sanctions and civil strife.

Financial TimesSun, Dec 29, 2013 Mon, Jan 6, 2014

Iraq: can a dusty war zone become a golden opportunity?

Banks, hotel chains and property developers find corporate bright spots in Iraq.

Financial TimesSun, Oct 6, 2013 Tue, Oct 8, 2013

Iraq now fastest growing projects market after Saudi Arabia and UAE

Iraq has an estimated $519 billion dollars worth of projects planned or underway.

Business Intelligence Middle EastMon, Feb 24, 2014 Mon, Feb 24, 2014

Iraq has considerable untapped growth potential, finds TNS study

Many see Iraq as “The next big one,” according to a recent study which unveils a deeper understanding into the Iraqi consumer.

Business Intelligence Middle EastWed, Oct 2, 2013 Sat, Oct 5, 2013

Fourth Iraq Mega Project Conference & Expo puts Iraq oilfield needs front and centre

The conference held in Dubai gathered together policy makers, investors and key players in Iraq’s oil field production industry.

MENAFNWed, Oct 2, 2013 Sat, Oct 5, 2013

Sumitomo invests in Iraq car dealer

The Japanese company acquired a stake in SAS Automotive Services, Ltd., a subsidiary of Iraq’s largest automotive business.

The Japan TimesThu, Oct 3, 2013 Sat, Oct 5, 2013