News & Announcements

العنوان	Article source	Post Date
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 Journalخميس 21 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 26 نوفمبر 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)اثنين 25 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 26 نوفمبر 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 Newsجمعة 22 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 26 نوفمبر 2013
Arbil, Iraq named as a National Geographic ‘Best Trips 2014’ Designated the Capital for Arab Tourism for 2014, Arbil offers a historic city center, a landscape of mountains and waterfalls, and authentic Kurdish dishes.	National Geographicجمعة 22 نوفمبر 2013	جمعة 22 نوفمبر 2013
Hill International Receives $54 Million Contract from Basra Governorate in Iraq The global construction management firm headquartered in the U.S., will assist with Basra’s 2040 Strategic Plan to rehabilitate infrastructure throughout the region.	The Wall Street Journalجمعة 22 نوفمبر 2013	جمعة 22 نوفمبر 2013
Kuwait Airways Resumes Service to Iraq Kuwait's national airline resumed flights to Iraq in the latest sign of improved ties between the neighboring countries.	Reutersخميس 21 نوفمبر 2013	خميس 21 نوفمبر 2013
Ambassador Faily Attends Roundtable at International Institute for Strategic Studies Ambassador Faily met with government officials, academics and business leaders at IISS to discuss US-Iraq security cooperation in light of regional transformations.		أربعاء 20 نوفمبر 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 Newspaperخميس 14 نوفمبر 2013	أربعاء 20 نوفمبر 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 Timesجمعة 15 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 19 نوفمبر 2013
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 Timesخميس 14 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 19 نوفمبر 2013
Shell to Continue Investment in Iraq The intention to move forward with a petrochemical plant follows a meeting between Iraqi Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki and Shell Chief Executive.	The Wall Street Journalثلاثاء 19 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 19 نوفمبر 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.	UNAMIثلاثاء 12 نوفمبر 2013	ثلاثاء 12 نوفمبر 2013
Ambassador Faily participates in Opening Ceremony of Iraqi National Jewish Archive Exhibition Ambassador Faily participated in the opening ceremony of the Iraqi National Jewish Archive special exhibition “Discovery and Recovery," and the press event on November 6-7, 2013. Both events were held at the National Archive Building in Washington, D.C.		جمعة 8 نوفمبر 2013
Iraqi Lawmakers Pass the Parliamentary Election Law The parliamentary elections law was passed when the majority of 222 lawmakers, who attended the session of the 325-seat parliament, voted for its latest amendment.		خميس 7 نوفمبر 2013
Iraq’s Transition: Remarks by Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Noori al-Maliki The United States Institute of Peace (USIP) hosted Prime Minister Maliki for public remarks and a discussion on U.S.-Iraq relations, and the current challenges facing Iraq and the region. USIP President Mr. Jim Marshall and Ambassador Beth Jones delivered opening remarks.		جمعة 1 نوفمبر 2013
H.E. Prime Minister Maliki meets with President Obama President Obama welcomed Prime Minister Maliki to the White House, where the two discussed US-Iraq relations as they fall under the Strategic Framework Agreement; as well as counter-terrorism cooperation between the two countries.		جمعة 1 نوفمبر 2013
Prime Minister Maliki participates in USIP Roundtable H.E. Prime Minister Maliki sat down for a roundtable discussion at the United States Institute of Peace, with distinguished US foreign policy and influential thought leaders.		جمعة 1 نوفمبر 2013
Secretary Kerry, Minister Zebari Reaffirm Strong Partnership Between US and Iraq In a joint meeting, Secretary Kerry and Foreign Minister Zebari discussed a range of regional issues and the mutual, committed relationship between the United States and Iraq.		جمعة 1 نوفمبر 2013
US Chamber of Commerce Hosts Reception for Foreign Minister Zebari In collaboration with the US Business Council in Iraq, the US Chamber of Commerce welcomed Foreign Minister Zebari back to the United States with a reception to discuss trade and investment opportunities for US businesses in Iraq.		خميس 31 أكتوبر 2013
Prime Minister Maliki Visits Capitol Hill H.E. Prime Minister Maliki met with Senator John McCain to discuss the security situation in Iraq; as well as Representatives from the House Foreign Affairs Committee on the challenges facing the region.		أربعاء 30 أكتوبر 2013