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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

Ambassador Faily visits NATO

On May 20, 2015, Ambassador Faily participated in a roundtable discussion at NATO’s Norfolk, Virginia Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (ACT) headquarters.

Ambassador Faily joined a distinguished military base leadership consisting of Deputy Supreme Allied Commander Transformation (DSACT), the Chief of Staff (COS) and Subject Matter Experts (SMEs).

NATO-ATC’s responsibilities include education, training and exercises; and these were discussed during the roundtable as they are of particular interest to Iraq and the fight to eradicate Daesh.

Wed, Jun 10, 2015

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

FM from Istanbul: We are surprised by the denial without deterrent attitude of the Zionist entity

Foreign Minister Dr. Ibrahim Al-Jaafari stressed on the necessity of punishing the Zionist entity for its crimes and that the Islamic and Arab countries should rise to the level of the event. This came in a speech to the minister at the ministerial conference on the sidelines of the extraordinary summit of the Islamic Cooperation Council in Istanbul.

Mon, May 21, 2018 Mon, May 21, 2018

Boeing Presents Symbolic Gift to Ambassador Al Khirullah

Bryan Lopp, Director of International Operations & Policy at the Boeing Company presented a symbolic gift to Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah on July 19; the two sides discussed the potential partnership between Boeing and Iraqi Airways with respect to capacity building programs, holding workshops, and helping Iraq get rid of the European embargo through coordination between the technical authorities of both countries. ...

Thu, Aug 17, 2023 Thu, Aug 17, 2023

DURING HIS MEETING WITH THE US SECRETARY OF STATE, THE PRESIDENT EMPHASIZES THE ENHANCEMENT OF INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL COOPERATION TO END EXTREMISM AND TERRORISM

President Barham Salih discussed with Mr. Mike Pompeo the US Secretary of State the latest developments on the political and security situation in the country and the region, at the Presidential office in Baghdad, today, Wednesday, January 9, 2019.
The President stressed the need to pursue the language of constructive dialogue among all parties to achieve security and peace, and ease tension and instability in both Arab and regional arenas, and to strengthen international and regional cooperation to end extremism and defeat terrorism once and for all.

Wed, Jan 9, 2019 Wed, Jan 9, 2019

Q&A: Lukman Faily, Iraqi Ambassador to the U.S.

By BEN VAN HEUVELEN of Iraq Oil Report
Published Wednesday, January 13th, 2016

WASHINGTON, DC - After capping 2015 with a string of victories on the battlefield in Baiji, Sinjar, and Ramadi, Iraq still faces a host of daunting challenges.
Many of these areas recaptured from the self-proclaimed Islamic State (IS) now lie in ruin, raising the question of whether - and how - the government can secure and rebuild them in a way that will allow resettlement.

Tue, Jan 19, 2016

Ambassador Faily Speaks at U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s U.S. Iraq Business Initiative

Ambassador Faily gave insight about business opportunities in Iraq and outlined recent government achievements.

Thu, Feb 5, 2015

THE PRESIDENT RECEIVES THE BRITISH SECRETARY OF STATE FOR INTERNATIONAL TRADE

President Barham Salih received the British Secretary of State for International Trade Liam Fox, and his accompanying delegation, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad, Monday, April 15, 2019.
During the meeting, they reviewed the relations between Iraq and Britain, notably in the fields of trade and economy, as well as the need to expand these ties in a way that serves the interest of the two countries and achieves the aspirations of the two friendly peoples.
His Excellency lauded British support for Iraq, particularly in its fight against terrorism.

Mon, Apr 15, 2019 Mon, Apr 15, 2019

President Arrives in Erbil

President Salih arrived in Erbil this afternoon.
His Excellency was received by Mr. Nechirvan Barzani, President of Iraqi Kurdistan Region, and Mr. Firsat Sofi, the Governor of Erbil, at the Erbil International Airport, along with various senior staff.
President Salih plans on holding meetings with a number of senior officials in the Kurdistan Region to discuss lingering issues between the Federal Iraqi Government and the Iraqi Kurdistan Regional Government.

Tue, Sep 17, 2019 Fri, Sep 20, 2019

Diplomatic Efforts

Wed, Sep 25, 2019

Prime Minister Maliki speaks with Vice President Biden

The United States reaffirmed their support for Iraq in the fight against al-Qaeda and commended the Government of Iraq for the steps taken to integrate tribal forces.

Tue, Jan 28, 2014

Condolence

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington DC extends its sincere condolences and deepest sympathy to the families of the victims in the unfortunate fire accident in Al-Hamdaniya - Baghdida district in Nineveh Governorate. ...

Wed, Sep 27, 2023 Wed, Sep 27, 2023

His Excellency Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Ibrahim Al-Jaafari Addresses a Message to All Foreign Ministers in The World on The Occasion of Iraq's Victory Against Daesh Gangs in Mosul and The Completed Liberation of The City.

In the Name of God the most merciful the most gracious…

Quran Verse …. (And Allah made it not except as [a sign of] good tidings for you and to reassure your hearts thereby. And victory is not except from Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise) .

Peace be upon you and God's mercy and blessing,

On the 10th of July 2017 Monday evening, Prime minister Haider Al-Abbadi the chief of armed forces announced from the heart of Mosul the second largest city in Iraq after Baghdad, the victory against Daesh terrorist groups after occupying the city since mid of 2014, where our... Read more...

Mon, Jul 10, 2017

Iraq Holds First Provincial Elections Since U.S. Troop Withdrawal

On Saturday, April 20, 2013, Iraq held its first elections since the withdrawal of U.S. troops. The voting process went smoothly without any major security incidents reported.

Tue, Apr 23, 2013

Ambassador Faily participates in Panel Discussion on ISIS, Iraq and the region

"The Enemy of My Enemy: An Uneasy Coalition and the Threat of ISIS" at the Atlantic Council in Washington, DC discussed geo-strategic implications of the rise of ISIS.

Mon, Jul 21, 2014

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Receives President of Honeywell

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani welcomed Mr. Ken West, President of Honeywell, and his delegation at his residence in Washington, D.C., early Thursday morning (Baghdad time). The meeting discussed cooperation opportunities with Honeywell in the field of gas production development. Prime Minister Al-Sudani expressed Iraq`s commitment to integrating modern technology into the oil industry and expanding Iraq’s capacities in producing and exporting oil products.

The Prime Minister invited the company to participate in completing the Basra Refinery, highlighting the government`s... Read more...

Fri, May 3, 2024 Fri, May 3, 2024

Investing in Iraq: Reconstruction and the Role of the Energy Sector

Investing in Iraq: Reconstruction and the Role of the Energy Sector

Opening remarks by:

Frederick Kempe
President and Chief Executive Officer
Atlantic Council

A conversation with:

His Excellency Dr. Fareed Yasseen
Iraqi Ambassador to the United States

Majid Jafar
Chief Executive Officer
Crescent Petroleum

Ben Van Heuvelen
Editor in Chief
Iraq Oil Report

Moderated by:

Ellen Scholl
Deputy Director, Global Energy Center
Atlantic Council

Wed, Apr 18, 2018 Wed, Apr 18, 2018

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil/ South Refineries Company)-Spare parts for fired heater 1401B

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil/ South Refineries Company)-Spare parts for fired heater 1401B

REQ NO :286/2016/E

http://www.src.gov.iq/en/tenders/118

Tue, Nov 28, 2017

Ambassador Faily Participates in U.S.-Arab Business Leadership Conference

The conference, hosted by the U.S.-Arab Chamber of Commerce, took place August 20-22, 2013 at the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy at Salve Regina University in Rhode Island and included leaders from the corporate community and others interested in promoting economic relationships between Arab countries and the United States.

Mon, Aug 26, 2013