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Press Statement

In addition to the efforts to include the Iraqi archaeological sites on the World Heritage List, the issue of including the ancient city of Babylon will be discussed at the 43rd session of the Azerbaijani capital Baku with the participation of more than 180 countries.

Fri, Jul 5, 2019 Fri, Jul 5, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi congratulates Iraqi people on the occasion of the inscription of Babylon on the World heritage list

July– 5- 2019

Iraq Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi Tue, Jul 9, 2019 Fri, Jul 5, 2019

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim Meets with High Representative Vice-President of the European Commission Federica Mugrini

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamed A. Alhakim met with the High Representative of the European Commission Vice-President Ms. Federica Mogherini. The meeting discussed the relations between Iraq and the EU. The meeting also discussed the importance of strengthening the Iraq-EU partnership.

The two sides stated that the Partnership Agreement, which entered into force in August 2018, will strengthen cooperation frameworks in many fields, including human rights, economic, energy, security, transport and environment issues.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSat, Jul 13, 2019 Sat, Jul 13, 2019

Joint statement by High Representative/Vice-President Federica Mogherini and Iraqi Foreign Minister Mohamed Ali Alhakim on the European Union-Iraq relations and regional cooperation

Iraq and EU strongly affirm their shared commitment to peace and stability in the wider Middle East and call for the de-escalation of the current tensions in the region, reminding that the risks and the consequences may affect Iraq, the region and beyond. The EU and Iraq share a common vision for the region and wish to proactively support actions and initiatives to promote dialogue instead of confrontation, aiming to build a cooperative framework based on shared interests. Cooperation is the strongest foundation of a long-term regional security, stability and sustainable development. The... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Jul 17, 2019 Sun, Jul 14, 2019

The President Affirms Iraq's Supportive Stance for the Palestinian People

President Barham Salih received the Palestinian Prime Minister Dr. Mohammad Shtayyeh and his accompanying delegation, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad on Tuesday, July 16, 2019.

During the meeting, they conferred about the enhancement of bilateral relations and the development of prospects for cooperation between the two countries in a way that serves the common interests.

His Excellency emphasized Iraq's stance in support for the brotherly Palestinian people to ensure a just and comprehensive solution to the Palestinian cause.

Tue, Jul 16, 2019 Tue, Jul 16, 2019

The President of the Republic Congratulates Sabean Mandaeans on Great Eid and the Mandaean New Year

H.E. President of the Republic Dr. Barham Salih congratulated Sabean Mandaeans on the occasion of the Great Eid and the Mandaean New Year, on Wednesday's today, July 17, 2019.
His Excellency the President stressed, in a telegram on this occasion, the importance of promoting the values of love, brotherhood and participation among all components of Iraq and its specter, commending Sabean Mandaeans' role in building Iraq on the basis of freedom, equality and values of justice and democracy.

Wed, Jul 17, 2019 Wed, Jul 17, 2019

Statement

The Foreign Ministry strongly condemns the killing of a Turkish diplomat working in the Turkish Consulate General in Erbil Governorate and a citizen and the wounding of another in an assassination incident and expresses its close follow-up with the security authorities to find out the circumstances of the incident.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Jul 17, 2019 Thu, Jul 18, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi receives a number of turkmen and shubak's women and kids survivors of Daesh atrocious

July– 18- 2019

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeThu, Jul 18, 2019 Fri, Jul 19, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi condoles in call the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the attack on the Turkish Consulate in Erbil

July– 18- 2019

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeFri, Jul 19, 2019 Fri, Jul 19, 2019

Foreign Minister Gives Iraq’s Speech at Ministerial Conference to Advance Religious Freedom

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim delivered Iraq’s speech at the Ministerial Conference to Advance Religious Freedom in Washington organised by the US State Department.
In his speech, Minister Alhakim stressed that the essence of humanity is the common factor among societies, pointing out that coexistence between religions in Iraq is a popular culture of the people, creating an environment of creativity in many fields, including literature, art and scientific research.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Jul 18, 2019 Fri, Jul 19, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets with Dutch Counterpart Mr. Stef Blok

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim met with his Dutch counterpart Mr. Stef
Block. The meeting discussed the most important issues of common concern and prospects for joint cooperation in various economic, humanitarian and development fields.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSat, Jul 20, 2019 Mon, Jul 22, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets with Lord Ahmed of Wimbledon Secretary of State for Foreign and Commonwealth Affairs and United Nations at British Foreign Office

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim met with Lord Ahmed of Wimbledon, Secretary of State for Commonwealth Affairs and the United Nations at the British Foreign Office. The meeting reviewed the progress of bilateral relations between Baghdad and London and means of strengthening them to serve the interests of both countries.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSat, Jul 20, 2019 Mon, Jul 22, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets with Mr. Robert Oliphant, Member of the Canadian House of Commons

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim met with Mr. Robert Oliphant, member of the Canadian House of Commons . The meeting discussed enhancing cooperation between the Iraqi Council of Representatives and Canadian House of Commons.
Minister Alhakim stressed the keenness of Iraq to advance and strengthen bilateral relations between the two countries, calling on Canadian companies to invest in Iraq, especially in the field of reconstruction of infrastructure.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSat, Jul 20, 2019 Mon, Jul 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi receives EU's delegation.

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi received, this day, EU's delegation, during the meeting; they discussed mutual collaboration between Iraq and EU in the counter-terrorism file, exchange the views concerning how to deal with Daesh 's detainees' large number to face a fair trial in accordance with the law.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Jul 24, 2019 Wed, Jul 24, 2019

The Defense, Security and Military Industries Fair

The 9th Session of the Defense, Security and Military Industries fair will be held in Baghdad International exhibition in Baghdad – Iraq, March 7th - 10th, 2020.
All interested military, Security and defense companies should contact the Iraqi United Company for Fair and International Conference with any questions or concerns regarding reserving a booth. Please also include an introduction about the participating company to the POC below:

Wed, Jul 31, 2019

Statement / Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Iraq will take part in the talks in Astana on Thursday, which is one of the important paths of dialogue between the parties of the Syrian-Syrian conflict, which could lead to an end to the violence in the country and bring positive results.

We welcome any efforts to resolve the Syrian crisis and strongly support its resolve by peaceful means. We express our readiness to coordinate with the countries of the world in order to end Syrian people’s suffering which entered the ninth year.

Thu, Aug 1, 2019 Thu, Aug 1, 2019

The President Mourns with Victims of Anfal Genocide

President Salih met today with dozens of family members who lost loved ones during the infamous Anfal genocide of the 1980s.

Taking care to listen to all their concerns in the Al Salam Palace in Baghdad, the President stated clearly that this violence was a genocidal act aimed at the Kurdish people and will forever be a wound that is never fully healed in the hearts of all Iraqis. President Salih emphasized that no matter how painful, this time must never be forgotten. These types of crimes must never again be allowed to occur, and we must ensure the families of all those affected... Read more...

Wed, Jul 31, 2019 Thu, Aug 1, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi receives Foreign Ministers of the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi received this day in Baghdad, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Arab Republic of Egypt Sameh Hassan Shoukry and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Ayman Safadi.
The Ministers conveyed to His Excellency at the beginning of the meeting greetings of the Egyptian President and His Majesty the Jordanian King.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSun, Aug 4, 2019 Sun, Aug 4, 2019

The ministry of Foreign Affairs condemn the terrorist incident suffered by our brothers in the Arab Republic of Egypt

Iraq expresses its strong condemnation of the terrorist incident suffered by our brothers in the Arab Republic of Egypt, which claimed the lives of civilians and injured others.

While Iraq affirms its rejection of terrorism in all its forms , it stands with the international community in the face of terrorism, supports all good efforts aimed at eliminating extremism and violence, in addition to supporting the efforts of the Egyptian government in its actions to maintain security and stability of the country. Iraq states its readiness to assist in facing this threat to the lives of... Read more...

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsTue, Aug 6, 2019 Tue, Aug 6, 2019

Joint Statement of Foreign Ministers Meeting of the Republic of Iraq, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and Arab Republic of Egypt

A tripartite meeting was held in Baghdad on 4 August 2019 and included Foreign Minister of the Republic of Iraq, Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim , the Foreign Minister of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Mr. Sameh Shukri, and the Foreign Minister of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Mr. Ayman Al-Safadi to develop cooperation among the three countries in different fields in implementation of the decisions of the Tripartite Summit held in Cairo on 24 March 2019 between the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, His Majesty King Abdullah II, the President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Mr. Abdel Fattah Al-... Read more...

Mon, Aug 5, 2019 Tue, Aug 6, 2019