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"A Vision for Iraq": Prime Minister Abadi's Remarks at the World Economic Forum

Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi delivers remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos on January 23, 2015.

Fri, Jan 23, 2015

Ambassador Faily discusses State and Nation Building; US-Iraq partnerships during California visit

On a recent trip to California, H.E. Ambassador Lukman Faily had a series of meetings with department heads and professors at Stanford University. The insightful discussions encompassed foreign policy developments, in particular with relations to the US, Iraq and the region. The discussions between Ambassador Faily and the leading professors mainly centered on the concept of “State and Nation Building”.

Wed, Jan 21, 2015

Ambassador Faily Visits New York

Ambassador Faily spoke at New York University, The Century Foundation and with the Muslim community to discuss the latest developments in Iraq.

Wed, Jan 21, 2015

مقالة السيد السفير في صحيفة الصباح العراقية

نشرت صحيفة الصباح العراقية بعددها الصادر يوم 04/1/2015 مقالة للسيد السفير لقمان عبد الرحيم الفيلي بعنوان ((الإطار الستراتيجي لسياسة العراق الخارجية))، تحدث فيها عن التحديات التي يواجهها العراق في الوقت الحاضر وضرورة ان يتم رسم سياسة خارجية مبنية على اسس ثابتة وبمستوى تلك التحديات ، لقراءة مقال السيد السفير الرجاء الضغط على الرابط ادناه:
Mon, Jan 5, 2015

Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi Congratulates Christians on Christmas & New Year

"As we affirm our determination to ensure that Christians remain our brothers and partners in the rebuilding of Iraq, we pledge to them our utmost efforts to achieve this goal and to cleanse all Iraqi towns from Daesh so that all displaced people can return to their homes in dignity and with their constitutional rights and freedoms intact."

Wed, Dec 24, 2014

LA Consulate General hosts 2015 Mobile Consulate

The Embassy of Iraq and LA Consulate General will host a 2015 Mobile Consulate in the following states: California, Arizona, Texas, Washington.

Wed, Dec 24, 2014

Prime Minister Al-Abadi drops pending lawsuits against journalists

The order comes as part of the Prime Minister's commitment to freedom of expression and support for the press.

Thu, Dec 18, 2014

Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al Abadi Meets United States Secretary of Defense Mr. Chuck Hagel

During the meeting, they discussed coordinating military operations among the International Coalition.

Tue, Dec 9, 2014

مقابلة السيد السفير مع برنامج بلا رتوش على قناة العراقية

Fri, Nov 28, 2014

Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces Dr. Haider Al-Abadi Receives Commander of US Central Command Gen. Lloyd Austin

General Austin reiterated to Prime Minister Al-Abadi the United States' support for Iraq and affirmed intentions to continue to meet the needs of the Iraqi army in areas of training, armament and advice.

Mon, Nov 24, 2014

Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces Dr. Haider Al-Abadi Meets US Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff

Prime Minister Abadi and General Dempsey reviewed recent developments and progress made by Iraqi forces in the fight against ISIL.

Sat, Nov 15, 2014

Prime Minister Al-Abadi Visits Baghdad Operations Command; Issues Orders to Replace Military Commanders

As part of ongoing efforts to professionalize Iraq’s military institutions and root out corruption, Prime Minister Al-Abadi issued executive orders to replace military commanders and assign officers to new posts within the Ministry of Defense.

Wed, Nov 12, 2014

Ambassador Faily speaks to ASMEA Conference

Ambassador Lukman Faily delivered remarks at the Seventh Annual Association for the Study of the Middle East and Africa (ASMEA) Conference, "Searching for Balance in the Middle East and Africa."

Tue, Oct 28, 2014

Ambassador Faily delivers remarks to the Annual Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference

The conference, "Framing and Charting the Region’s Issues, Interests, Challenges, and Opportunities: Implications for Arab and U.S. Policies" brought together distinguished guests to expand the overall Arab-U.S. relationship.

Tue, Oct 28, 2014

Ambassador Faily speaks to young Washington professionals

‘An Evening at the Iraqi Embassy’ hosted by Things To Do DC brought together students and young professionals to promote international understanding.

Wed, Oct 22, 2014

Prime Minister Al-Abadi speaks with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour

Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi sat down with CNN’s Christiane Amanpour in New York to discuss the Iraqi government’s efforts to combat ISIL and bring peace and stability to the country.

Wed, Sep 24, 2014

Foreign Minister al-Jaafari Meets with Secretary Kerry in Baghdad

Foreign Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari met with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, and discussed efforts to counter the threat of ISIL by expanding military and intelligence cooperation between Iraq and the United States.

Wed, Sep 10, 2014

President Masum Welcomes Secretary Kerry to Iraq

President Fuad Masum and Secretary John Kerry discussed the strategic relationship between the United States and Iraq.

Wed, Sep 10, 2014

Prime Minister al-Abadi Receives Secretary Kerry

Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi met with U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry in Baghdad to discuss the political and security situation in Iraq and US efforts to help curb the threat of ISIL.

Wed, Sep 10, 2014

Ambassador Faily Statement on Formation of New Iraqi Government

“Today, Parliament voted overwhelmingly for Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi’s broad-based, unity government in Baghdad drawn from all segments of Iraqi society."

Mon, Sep 8, 2014