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PRESIDENT SALIH DURING GREETING HIS PALESTINIAN COUNTERPART: A NECESSITY TO EXERT EFFORTS TO ACHIEVE THE HOPES OF THE PALESTINIAN PEOPLE AND REALIZE THEIR FULL LEGITIMATE RIGHTS

President Barham Salih received H.E. Mahmoud Abbas, the Palestinian President and his accompanying delegation, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad on Monday, March 4, 2019.
An official welcoming ceremony was held. The national anthems of the two countries were played. The two Presidents inspected the Presidential Guards who lined up to salute them.
His Excellency expressed his great pleasure and welcomed the visit of the Palestinian President to Iraq, wishing him a fruitful and successful visit.

Mon, Mar 4, 2019 Mon, Mar 4, 2019

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Tue, May 30, 2017

U.N. Security Council Votes to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII Sanctions

The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to remove Iraq from Chapter VII of the UN Charter, moving the country a step closer to ending UN sanctions imposed over two decades ago.

Thu, Jun 27, 2013

President Meets with Emir of Kuwait

President Salih visited with His Highness Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, the Emir of Kuwait, on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly meetings today.
His Excellency was pleased to hear about the Emir’s excellent health and Kuwait’s progress on a number of fronts.
The President wished His Highness good health and wellness, and extended a message to all Kuwaitis, wishing them progress and prosperity.
President Salih expressed Iraq's strong interest in regional stability so as to allow for the advancement of economic progress for all.

Mon, Sep 23, 2019 Mon, Sep 23, 2019

President Receives Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq

President Barham Salih welcomed Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the Special Representative of the Secretary General of the United Nations for Iraq, to the Presidential Office in Baghdad today.
The President emphasized the international organization’s critical role in Iraq, citing efforts the UN has made to support the democratic process across the country as well as highlighting the importance of Iraq as a potential trusted actor that could help reduce regional tension and consolidate international peace and security.

Sun, Sep 1, 2019 Sun, Sep 1, 2019

Endorsement and pledges

Endorsement requirements:
  • Submission of an application by the citizen with a phone number and residential address in the United States
  • Civil status identity card, Iraqi nationality certificate, and Iraqi passport
  • American residency card
  • A consular fee of $20 is to be paid in cash
Requirements for issuing pledges:
  • Submission of an application by the citizen with a phone number and residential address in the United States
Mon, Apr 10, 2023

Iraq Activates Coordination with GCC Electric Interconnection Project

The government has taken promising actions recently in Iraq to activate the coordination at the ministerial level with respect to GCC electric interconnection project so as to achieve technical stability in Iraqi electricity network & exchanging power supply.

Wed, Aug 16, 2023 Wed, Aug 16, 2023

Ambassador Faily attends 'Peace for Iraq' prayer session

Ambassador Faily attended a 'Peace for Iraq' prayer session at the Arabic Bible Church in Virginia where the congregation gathered to pray for the protection of all Iraqis from terrorism and oppression.

Tue, Sep 2, 2014

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Tue, Nov 7, 2017

Prime Minister Al-Maliki calls for greater role of private sector to transform Iraq’s economy

The Prime Minister met with Iraqi business leaders and traders from the National Business Council to discuss rebuilding in Iraq.

Thu, Oct 3, 2013

Prime Minister Al-Abadi: We Have Heard the Iraqi People

In an opinion piece in the Wall Street Journal, Prime Minister Al-Abadi challenged three perceptions which are commonly held by outside observers.

Tue, Sep 8, 2015

Painful Anniversary

On August 19, we recall the painful blast that targeted the Ministry of Foreign Affairs building in Baghdad. This anniversary reaffirms our unity in confronting terrorism and extremism. We work resolutely to build a secure and prosperous future for Iraq and its people; we call for the promotion of peace and stability at both national and international levels.

Sun, Sep 10, 2023 Sun, Sep 10, 2023

HIV Test exemption for Visa applicants to Iraq

No HIV test requirement for all foreigners visiting Iraq for two years as of February 2015.

Wed, Mar 25, 2015

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC DISCUSSES WITH KUWAIT'S AMIR THE TIES AND THE SITUATIONS IN THE REGION

H.E. President Dr. Barham Salih stressed that the relations between Iraq and Kuwait have made significant strides due to the wisdom and the desire of the leaderships of the two countries to overcome the legacy of the past.
At the official discussion that was held, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad on Wednesday's today June 19 2019, with His Highness the Kuwait's Amir the Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Excellency President Salih indicated that Iraq has a serious desire to build advanced ties with its neighbors, especially with Kuwait in manner that serves the common... Read more...

Wed, Jun 19, 2019 Wed, Jun 19, 2019

Ministry of foreign affairs/Tender 7/2018/ A Contract on Protecting the Ministry's Building by Using K9(Police Dogs)

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Climate Envoy of the Republic of Iraq hosted by the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

The envoy of the Republic of Iraq for climate Dr. Ali Al-Lami visited the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) on 10/2/2023, at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., in the presence of representatives of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) ...

Sun, Feb 12, 2023 Sun, Feb 12, 2023

Statement by Iraqi Ministry of Defense Denying the Alleged Arms Purchases with Iran

The Government of Iraq today steadfastly denied that it has signed any contracts to buy military weapons, ammunition or other military equipment from Iran, as alleged in some recent news reports. In a statement, Iraq’s Ministry of Defense explained that numerous international firms, including Iran’s Defense Industries Organization, recently submitted offers to provide Iraq with military hardware, but the proposal from Iran was rejected.

An unofficial translation of the full statement by the Ministry of Defense is below.

Tue, Feb 25, 2014

THE PRESIDENT RECEIVES MEMBER OF THE BRITISH HOUSE OF LORDS

President Salih received today in Baghdad Member of the British House of Lords and Executive Head of the Iraqi-British Trade Council, Baroness Ema Nichelson.
Together, the President and the Baroness discussed the international support to boost security and stability across the country. Furthermore, they reviewed political developments at the region and the world as well.

Wed, Nov 6, 2019 Thu, Nov 7, 2019

Congratulations on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington D.C. would like to extend its best wishes to the Iraqi community in the United States of America on the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. On this occasion, may God’s blessings shower our country and its people with prosperity, security, and safety.

Mon, Apr 12, 2021

H.E. Nazar Al Khirullah Embarks on his Duties as Ambassador of Republic of Iraq to United States of America

Honorable Iraqi Community,
Warm greetings,

As I’ve just assumed my new post, I promise to seek to nurture your interests at the perfect way within our area through the embassy in Washington DC as well as our consulates in Los Angeles and Detroit and the would-be consulate in Houston soon.
At the directions of the government of Republic of Iraq, we aspire to enhance ...

Tue, Jun 6, 2023 Tue, Jun 6, 2023