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The Iraqi and Iranian Ministers of Foreign Affairs discus on the phone the developments of situations in the Region and they confirm the necessity to make efforts to end the war in Yemen

The Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Fuad Hussain has discussed the developments of situations in the region, such as the security situation in the Gulf region and Yemen and the danger of escalation and deepening crises, Mr. Hussain confirmed that the stability of the region means the stability of Iraq, Therefore “we are ready to do our best and to work with the countries of the region to stop violence”. This was during a phone call received by Mr. Hussain from his Iranian counterpart Dr. Hussain Ameer Abdulhaian.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsاثنين 14 مارس 2022 اثنين 14 مارس 2022

Iraqi Minister of Foreign Affairs meets head of the European Commission for the European Life Development

Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr. Fuad Hussain met the Acting Head of the European Commission for the European Life Development Mr. Margaritis Schinas on Friday 18/2/2022 on the side lines of Munich Security Conference (session 58) held in Munich City/ Germany.

The two sides discussed the cooperation horizons between Iraq and EU on the file of refugee. Mr. Margaritis has commended Iraq`s efforts and its cooperation on this file.

وزارة الخارجية العراقيةاثنين 14 مارس 2022 اثنين 14 مارس 2022

Iraq Accepts Repatriation of Five Precious Antiquities by Manhattan District Attorney’s Office

NEW YORK (January 18, 2022)—Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Fareed Yasseen today accepted five historic stolen artifacts for repatriation to Iraq after they had been looted over the past 30 years.

At a ceremony also featuring Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg and Erik Rosenblatt, Acting Special Agent in Charge, New York, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, two items seized from Michael Steinhardt and three others from ongoing investigations were handed over. The Antiquities Trafficking Unit of the office of the Manhattan District Attorney was responsible for the... Read more...

سبت 22 يناير 2022

Iraq off the EU list of High- Risks Countries in the field of combating money laundering and financing of terrorism

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs declares the de-listing of Iraq from the European Union’s list of high- risks countries in the field of combating money laundering and financing of terrorism.

This came in a letter delivered by the European Commission mission on 9/1/2022 to the Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhemi, in which it congratulated Iraq on the great measures and efforts that have been taken to improve the anti-money laundering system and combat the financing of terrorism.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsثلاثاء 11 يناير 2022 خميس 13 يناير 2022

Announcement

The Iraqi Ministries of Foreign Affairs and Defense call Upon all Iraqi Citizens or anyone who can provide information to the following bodies:
1) The Headquarters of the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Baghdad.

أربعاء 24 نوفمبر 2021

Minister of Foreign Affairs Receives the Special Adviser to the Secretary-General of United Nations and Chief of the International Investigation Team for Accountability for the Crimes Committed by Terrorist Organization ISIS

On Wednesday, October 27, 2021, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Fuad Hussein received the Special Adviser to the Secretary-General of the United Nations and Head of the International Investigation Team for Accountability for the Crimes committed by the Terrorist Organization ISIS, Mr. Christian Richard.

During the meeting, they reviewed the tasks entrusted to the International Team to support local efforts to hold accountable the terrorist organization ISIS.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsاثنين 1 نوفمبر 2021 اثنين 1 نوفمبر 2021

President Salih: Our national forces should be united, and it is a matter of great importance to place the country's high interest above political ambitions or other considerations, and it is vital to keep democratic process on track

On Monday, October 18, 2021, the President of the Republic of Iraq, Barham Salih congratulated Iraqi people on the Occasion of the Prophet Mohammad birthday.
It is of great occasion to inspire the noble values and to learn the lessons that should be taken from fragrant biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in making peace, fraternity and brotherhood among human beings, Iraqi President Salih said.

Iraqi Presidency (Office of the President of Iraq)Iraqi Presidency logoأربعاء 20 أكتوبر 2021 أربعاء 20 أكتوبر 2021

The President of the Republic of Iraq, Barham Salih separately received a copy of the credentials of the Germany Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Martin Jäger and of the Czech Republic Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Peter Stepanek. The meeti

On Monday, October 18, 2021, the President of the Republic of Iraq, Barham Salih congratulated Iraqi people on the Occasion of the Prophet Mohammad birthday.
It is of great occasion to inspire the noble values and to learn the lessons that should be taken from fragrant biography of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in making peace, fraternity and brotherhood among human beings, Iraqi President Salih said.
Iraq is going through a critical juncture, and enormous challenges and major national tasks are still ahead of us, he underscored.

Iraqi Presidency (Office of the President of Iraq)Iraqi Presidency logoاثنين 18 أكتوبر 2021 أربعاء 20 أكتوبر 2021

The Foreign Minister Meets the U.S. Special Envoy for Iranian Affairs in Abu Dhabi

Dr Fu’ad Hussein the minister of foreign affairs has met on Sunday 18/10/2021, the U.S. special envoy for Iranian Affairs Mr Robert Maley in Abu Dhabi, during the meeting they discussed the political and security developments in the region and its reflections, and the U.S. Iranian relations and means of enhancing the introductory dialogues which were previously conducted between the two sides.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021 ثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021

Iraqi President Salih Receives Credentials of Newly Appointed Ambassadors: Fighting against Terrorism, Curbing Corruption and Protecting Environment Are Common Challenges, Requiring Regional and International Cooperation

On Tuesday, October 19, 2021, The President of the Republic of Iraq, Barham Salih separately received a copy of the credentials of the Germany Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Martin Jäger and of the Czech Republic Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Peter Stepanek. The meeting took place at al-Salam Palace in Baghdad.

Iraqi Presidency (Office of the President of Iraq)Iraqi Presidency logoثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021 ثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021

H.E. Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi meets His French counterpart in Paris

His Excellency Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi began his first talks in the French capital, Paris, meeting with The French Prime Minister Jean Castex, in the presence of a number of ministers of the two countries.
During the meeting, they discussed ways to develop a bilateral relationship between the two countries, strengthening them in the economic, investment, security, and health fields.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media Officeثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021 ثلاثاء 19 أكتوبر 2021

Press Statement

on Saturday, 9/10/2021, the Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein arrived in the Serbian capital, Belgrade, to participate in the meeting of the States of the Non-Aligned Movement, which will be held to commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of the first conference of the founding of the Movement, which will be hosted by the Republic of Serbia for the period from 11-12/10/2021.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsثلاثاء 12 أكتوبر 2021 ثلاثاء 12 أكتوبر 2021

Press Statement

Coinciding with the declaration of October 3rd as National Holiday for the Republic of Iraq, Rare Documents Presented from Archives of the League of Nations in Geneva, Regarding This Historic Day.
The General Assembly of the League of Nations agreed on October 3, 1932, to accept Iraq as a member of the League of Nations upon the request submitted by the Iraqi Kingdom with the signature of former Prime Minister Nouri Pasha Al-Saeed on July 12, 1932, becoming the first Arab country to join this international organization at the time.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsسبت 2 أكتوبر 2021 اثنين 4 أكتوبر 2021

Foreign Minister meets President of the United Nations General Assembly

Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met the President of the United Nations General Assembly for the 76th session, Mr. Abdulla Shahid, on the sidelines of the current session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Mr. Shahid thanked the Minister of Foreign Affairs for the support of Iraq in assuming this position, reviewing the priorities that he will work to implement during his current term, in light of facing the challenges posed by the Corona pandemic.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsأربعاء 29 سبتمبر 2021 أربعاء 29 سبتمبر 2021

Foreign Minister Receives His Belgian Counterpart in New York. He Calls on All Countries to Cooperate with Iraq and implement their obligations to Extradite Their Nationals of Families of Terrorists Detained in Iraq

The Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein received, at his residence in New York, the Belgian Foreign Minister Sophie Willems, on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsاثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021 اثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021

Minister of Foreign Affairs affirms that Iraq has succeeded in holding meetings between countries of region to resolve differences and crises among them

Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met, on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Norway, Mrs. Ine Eriksen Soreide. During the meeting, they discussed strengthening and developing bilateral relations between the two countries, and the latest political, security, regional and international developments, in addition to Iraq’s efforts to promote peace and stability in the Middle East, the latest of which was Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership that was held at the end of last August.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsاثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021 اثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021

Foreign Minister Receives His Belgian Counterpart in New York. He Calls on All Countries to Cooperate with Iraq and implement their obligations to Extradite Their Nationals of Families of Terrorists Detained in Iraq

The Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein received, at his residence in New York, the Belgian Foreign Minister Sophie Willems, on the sidelines of the 76th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsاثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021 اثنين 27 سبتمبر 2021

Foreign Minister: Ministerial Committee of Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership will hold meeting in New York on sidelines of 76th session of United Nations General Assembly

Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein participated on Monday 20/9/2021 in the annual consultative meeting of the Council of the League of Arab States at the ministerial level, which was held at the headquarters of the permanent mission of the State of Kuwait to the United Nations.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsثلاثاء 21 سبتمبر 2021 ثلاثاء 21 سبتمبر 2021

Foreign Minister Meets His Kuwaiti Counterpart in Riyadh

On Thursday, 16/9/2021, the Foreign Minister, Mr. Fuad Hussein, met his Kuwaiti counterpart, Dr. Ahmed Nasser Al-Mohammed Al-Sabah, on the margins of the joint ministerial meeting of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, held in Riyadh.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsأحد 19 سبتمبر 2021 أحد 19 سبتمبر 2021

Minister of Foreign Affairs delivers Iraq’s speech at joint ministerial meeting of Cooperation Council for Arab States of Gulf

Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein delivered on Thursday 16/9/2021 Iraq’s speech at the joint ministerial meeting of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf.

In his speech, the Minister expressed his thanks and appreciation to the Secretary General of the Cooperation Council of the Arab States of the Gulf, Mr. Nayef Falah Mubarak Al-Hajraf, for his care and great interest in the success of the strategic dialogue between the Republic of Iraq and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He noted that these meetings established a new stage to build bridges of trust and find... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign Affairsخميس 16 سبتمبر 2021 جمعة 17 سبتمبر 2021