News & Announcements
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Ambassador Faily participates in Opening Ceremony of Iraqi National Jewish Archive ExhibitionAmbassador 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. |
Fri, Nov 8, 2013 | ||
Iraqi Lawmakers Pass the Parliamentary Election LawThe 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. |
Thu, Nov 7, 2013 | ||
Iraq’s Transition: Remarks by Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Noori al-MalikiThe 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. |
Fri, Nov 1, 2013 | ||
H.E. Prime Minister Maliki meets with President ObamaPresident 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. |
Fri, Nov 1, 2013 | ||
Prime Minister Maliki participates in USIP RoundtableH.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. |
Fri, Nov 1, 2013 | ||
Secretary Kerry, Minister Zebari Reaffirm Strong Partnership Between US and IraqIn 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. |
Fri, Nov 1, 2013 | ||
US Chamber of Commerce Hosts Reception for Foreign Minister ZebariIn 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. |
Thu, Oct 31, 2013 | ||
Prime Minister Maliki Visits Capitol HillH.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. |
Wed, Oct 30, 2013 | ||
Vice President Biden Welcomes Prime Minister Maliki to the U.S.Vice President Joseph Biden welcomed H.E. Prime Minister Noori al-Maliki to the Naval Observatory to discuss bilateral relations. |
Wed, Oct 30, 2013 | ||
Prime Minister Maliki to the United States: Have Patience With UsIn a New York Times op-ed, Prime Minister Maliki says Iraq seeks more training, education, practice — and patience; and his country wants to walk the road to security, democracy and prosperity with the United States. |
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Tue, Oct 29, 2013 | |
Musical history: Multi-national project to reconstruct Iraq’s historic golden lyreAn Austrian harp maker is reconstructing Mesopotamia’s ancient Golden Lyre of Ur, in hopes of gifting it to the Iraqi people upon completion. |
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Tue, Oct 29, 2013 | |
Prime Minister Maliki Arrives in the United StatesPrime Minister H.E. Mr. Noori al-Maliki has arrived in the United States, where he will meet with President Obama at the White House and other officials in Washington to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Iraq relationship under the SFA; and the current challenges facing Iraq and the region. |
Mon, Oct 28, 2013 | ||
Ambassador Faily Keynotes Arab-U.S. Policymakers ConferenceThe 22nd annual conference, "Navigating Arab-U.S. Relations: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities" fostered constructive discussion and debate among distinguished international policymakers; and raised awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the American and Arab people's common interests and concerns. |
Wed, Oct 23, 2013 | ||
US Embassy in Baghdad Hosts Business RoundtableUS Ambassador to Iraq Stephen Beecroft held a meeting with multiple American companies currently operating in Iraq. |
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Tue, Oct 22, 2013 | |
The Reemergence of the Iraqi Scientific CommunityThe establishment of the Iraqi Virtual Science Library, developed in collaboration with the US Departments of State and Defense and the National Academies of Science, fosters knowledge by allowing professionals to conduct research and share their findings with the Iraqi scientific community. |
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Tue, Oct 22, 2013 | |
Opportunities for Family Offices in IraqIraq's continued economic growth presents new opportunities for individuals interested in frontier investments, an environment that attracts many family offices. |
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Tue, Oct 22, 2013 | |
Trips to Ancient IraqSteppes Travel, a company specializing in cultural and archaeological tours, will offer trips to Erbil, which is frequently referred to as the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world. |
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Fri, Oct 18, 2013 | |
Business Rebuilds in a Thriving City in IraqEnormous construction projects are changing the landscape of Erbil. Among the largest developments is Empire City, a $2.3 billion investment that will make Erbil a haven for Western business. |
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Thu, Oct 17, 2013 | |
Record 118,000 university students enrolled this year in IraqThe number of students admitted to Iraqi universities is the highest it has been in a decade. |
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Thu, Oct 17, 2013 | |
Ambassador Faily Participates in Panel Discussion on US Platform in the Middle EastThe EastWest Institute hosted a panel discussion, 'Towards a thoughtful US platform in the Middle East' for dialogue about the United States' approach in the region. |
Sat, Oct 12, 2013 |