News & Announcements

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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
The Embassy Hosts trainees in NDU Program The Embassy hosted on August 15 a delegation of officers from the Iraqi army, Ministry of Interior, Counter-terrorism Service and the Peshmerga after they had completed a training course in the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies (NESA Centre) within the program of the National Defense University NDU. The trainees participated in sessions on national security, regional dialogue, security strategies and cyber warfare. ...	Sun, Sep 10, 2023	Sun, Sep 10, 2023
Amb. Al Khirullah Meets with Mrs. Lee Satterfield Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah exchanged views with Mrs. Lee Satterfield on activating scientific and cultural ties under Strategic Framework Agreement SFA by broadening cooperation through activating scholarship programs and training for Iraqis in US universities.	Sun, Sep 10, 2023	Sun, Sep 10, 2023
Iraq is on the Path of Development Iraq’s Development Fund is a pioneering step towards boosting the economy and achieving sustainable development. The fund will support investment in infrastructure projects and back up vital sectors. ...	Sun, Sep 10, 2023	Sun, Sep 10, 2023
International Youth Day The youth of Iraq are such an inspiration to all of us. On International Youth Day, we celebrate the creativity, energy and potential of the youth of Iraq and the world. We believe that youth are the builders of the future and key partners in achieving peace and sustainable development. ...	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Iraqi Gov. Issues Iraq Development Fund Regulation No. 3 / 2023 The Iraqi Government issued Iraq Development Fund Regulation No. 3 / 2023; it aims at improving investment environment in Iraq to be attractive so as to develop non-oil economic resources in Iraq; launch sustainable economic & social development, and find solutions to economic, social & environmental crises by relying on modern technology; attracting capital; employing private sector's funds in strategic, environmental & service projects, as well as developing human resources with skills suitable for the labor market & entrepreneurship. ...	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Delegation of US Chamber of Commerce On August 9, Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah briefed Steve Lutes, Vice President of Middle East Affairs at US Chamber of Commerce & his accompanying delegation of the Center for International Private Enterprise CIPE with a description on private business sector in Iraq & the Iraqi government’s steps in building business environment that is attractive to foreign investment. ...	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Amb. Al Khirullah Meets with Head of IWH Ambassador Al Khirullah met with the head of the Institute for Women’s Health, Mrs. Valerie Huber on August 2; they discussed ways to enhance women's health care & cooperate with the institute to build partnership that provides training opportunities to qualify women for joining labor market in the private sector.	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Receives David Hammoud Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah received in his office on August 1 Mr. David Hammoud, President of the National US-Arab-Chamber of Commerce, and highlighted the importance of strengthening economic and trade relations between both countries as well as creating partnerships between Iraqi and American private sectors ...	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
USIP Hosts Ambassador Al Khirullah Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah participated in a seminar held by the United States Institute of Peace USIP on July 31 & attended by observers & policy makers in Washington as he discussed aspects of cooperation between the Embassy & the Institute; common understanding between Iraq & US & opportunities to promote peace, stability and economic integration in the region.	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Amb. Al Khirullah receives Mrs. Victoria Taylor Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah received Mrs. Victoria Taylor on July 27 and congratulated her on assuming position of Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs; exchanged views on bilateral cooperation & regional & international situations.	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Member of US House Rich McCormick On July 26, Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah discussed with member of House of Representatives, Republican Rich McCormick, member of both committees, Foreign Affairs & Armed Forces, a set of bilateral issues regarding political, economic and security relations, according to Strategic Framework Agreement SFA & partnership between both countries.	Sat, Sep 9, 2023	Sat, Sep 9, 2023
Atlantic Council Hosts Amb. Al Khirullah The Atlantic Council hosted Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah on July 26 in a seminar attended by a number of senior researchers and experts specialized in Iraqi affairs in Washington, where H.E. shed light on the priorities of the Iraqi government at political, economic & security levels, and the prospects for cooperation between both countries according Strategic Framework Agreement SFA, so as to achieve common goals and interests for Iraq & US .	Thu, Sep 7, 2023	Thu, Sep 7, 2023
The Embassy Holds Seminar to Arab Media Outlets Ambassador Al Khirullah held seminar with Arab media outlets on July 25 to familiarize them with the Iraqi government’s priorities with respect to improving service file ...	Thu, Sep 7, 2023	Thu, Sep 7, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Geoffrey Pyatt Ambassador Al Khirullah held constructive meeting with @AsstSecENR Geoffrey Pyatt @StateDept on July 20 as they discussed: upgrading partnership in energy sector between ; Iraqi gov priorities to increase production capacity; energy independence; benefiting from US technology in renewable energy; boosting partnership & exchanging visits & expertise between both countries.	Thu, Sep 7, 2023	Thu, Sep 7, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Attends Reception held by US Chamber of Commerce On the evening of July 17, Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah attended a reception held by the US Chamber of Commerce in honor of H.E. in his capacity as Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the USA ...	Thu, Sep 7, 2023	Thu, Sep 7, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Receives Mr. Safeen Dizayee The Head of the Department of Foreign Relations in KRG of Iraq Safeen Dizayee congratulated Ambassador Al Khirullah on the assumption of his new position as he paid a visit to the Embassy on July 17. ...	Sun, Aug 20, 2023	Sun, Aug 20, 2023
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
Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Major General Yahya Rasool Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah met with Major General Yahya Rasool, the official spokesman of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, at the Embassy on July 14 during the latter’s visit to Washington DC to attend meetings of the Contact Group of the global Coalition to Defeat Terrorist Daesh “ISIS”, and exchanged views on promoting counterterrorism. ...	Thu, Aug 17, 2023	Thu, Aug 17, 2023
Ambassador Al Khirullah Meets with Ms. Barbara Leaf Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah met with Ms. Barbara Leaf, Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, at the State Department headquarters on July 14 when they discussed several topics to explore prospects for developing political, economic and cultural relations between both countries; supporting building of confidence; strengthening economic partnerships; and boosting cooperation in various domains. Amb. Al Khirullah explained priorities of the Iraqi government regarding associated gas investment projects and partnerships with countries to achieve self-sufficiency for Iraq in... Read more...	Thu, Aug 17, 2023	Thu, Aug 17, 2023