News & Announcements
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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 | ||
Embassy of Iraq participates in the Parade of NationsMrs. Lameis Faily was an honorary guest at the Washington International Club’s annual Fall Tea event, which promotes culture and international diplomacy. |
Wed, Oct 9, 2013 | ||
Iraq: can a dusty war zone become a golden opportunity?Banks, hotel chains and property developers find corporate bright spots in Iraq. |
Financial Times![]() |
Tue, Oct 8, 2013 | |
Shell Opens Iraqi Oil FieldMarking a milestone for both Iraq and Shell, the oil company recently inaugurated the Majnoon oil field. |
The Wall Street Journal![]() |
Tue, Oct 8, 2013 | |
Iraq has considerable untapped growth potential, finds TNS studyMany see Iraq as “The next big one,” according to a recent study which unveils a deeper understanding into the Iraqi consumer. |
Business Intelligence Middle East![]() |
Sat, Oct 5, 2013 | |
Fourth Iraq Mega Project Conference & Expo puts Iraq oilfield needs front and centreThe conference held in Dubai gathered together policy makers, investors and key players in Iraq’s oil field production industry. |
MENAFN![]() |
Sat, Oct 5, 2013 | |
Sumitomo invests in Iraq car dealerThe Japanese company acquired a stake in SAS Automotive Services, Ltd., a subsidiary of Iraq’s largest automotive business. |
The Japan Times![]() |
Sat, Oct 5, 2013 | |
Nasdaq Helps Set Up Iraq Erbil Bourse After Qatar SaleOperations will open a gateway for foreign investors in Iraq, with at least 25 companies listing shares on the Erbil exchange by the end of 2014. |
Bloomberg![]() |
Sat, Oct 5, 2013 | |
Prime Minister Al-Maliki calls for greater role of private sector to transform Iraq’s economyThe Prime Minister met with Iraqi business leaders and traders from the National Business Council to discuss rebuilding in Iraq. |
Thu, Oct 3, 2013 | ||
US, Iraq Collaborate on Electricity and EnergyThe U.S. Department of Energy recently conducted a workshop, supported by the SFA, to provide tools and methods for Iraqi engineers to enhance efficiency and safety of electricity distribution. |
Embassy of the United States - Baghdad, Iraq![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
Iraq opens 600 new schools in SeptemberAs part of a national plan to improve education in the country, Iraq opened 600 new schools last month, with plans for additional schools in the coming months. |
Al-Shorfa![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
Ancient Kingdom Discovered Beneath Mound in IraqArchaeologists have discovered an ancient city, with art and cuneiform inscriptions providing a glimpse of a kingdom that flourished between 3,300 and 2,900 years ago. |
LiveScience![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
Iraq to put oil potential on display in DubaiThe fourth annual "Iraq Mega Projects Conference," held this year in Dubai, showcases investment potentials in Iraq's oil sector. |
UPI - United Press International![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
UNHCR head says international community must share burden of Syrian refugeesThe UNHCR says host nations need more than an increase in humanitarian aid; they could require financial help, and emergency development assistance for sectors like health, education, housing, water and energy. |
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
Regional Security Boosts Archeology in Northern IraqImproved security and historical richness make Iraq's Kurdistan region a haven for foreign archaeologists. |
Voice of America![]() |
Wed, Oct 2, 2013 | |
Hill International Urges Contractors to Come to IraqThe worldwide construction consulting firm headquartered in the United States is encouraging international firms to work in partnership with local Iraqi contractors. |
Iraq Business News![]() |
Thu, Sep 26, 2013 | |
Foreign Minister Receives Call from Secretary of State KerryForeign Minister Hoshyar Zebari discussed bilateral cooperation between Iraq and the United States regarding to Syria during a phone call he received from U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on September 17, 2013. |
Mon, Sep 23, 2013 | ||
Peacebuilding Reality Show for Iraqi Youth Gains Pan-Arab AppealSalam Shabab, filmed by Iraqi producers with the support of the United States Institute of Peace, seeks to empower Iraqi teens with the skills and values needed to become next-generation peacebuilders. |
United States Institute of Peace![]() |
Thu, Sep 19, 2013 | |
Iraq five-year plan will attempt to diversify economyIraq’s government will focus on five sectors: building and services, agriculture, education, transport and communications, and energy. |
Reuters![]() |
Thu, Sep 19, 2013 | |
Iraq to Raise Bank Capital To Address Housing CrisisThe governments two banks will run a credit program to help citizens finance private housing projects. |
Al-Monitor![]() |
Thu, Sep 19, 2013 |