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Daily Roundup - Iraqi Prime Minister Al-Abadi Visits Washington

Tuesday, April 14

Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi met with President Barack Obama and senior administration officials today in Washington, D.C.

Follow the Prime Minister’s visit via Prime Minister Al-Abadi’s (@HaiderAlAbadi), Ambassador Faily’s (@FailyLukman) and the Embassy of Iraq’s (@IraqiEmbassyUSA) coverage on Twitter.

Here are today’s highlights:

Wed, Apr 15, 2015

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe inaugurate the Tokyo's Conference on Supporting Job Creation

April -5- 2018

Wed, Apr 11, 2018 Thu, Apr 5, 2018

Iraqi Lawmakers Pass the Parliamentary Election Law

The 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

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)

General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)

Thu, May 18, 2017

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 Faily's Statement on the Anniversary of September 11th

Iraqi Ambassador to the United States Lukman Faily issued the following statement in memory of the September 11 attacks:

Fri, Sep 11, 2015

A guide to Iraq's government formation process, as stated in the constitution

The process of forming the Iraqi government according to the Iraqi constitution:

Fri, May 23, 2014

Update on the Redeployment of Iraqi Security Forces to Federal Installations in Kirkuk Province.

In accordance with the orders of the Commander-in-Chief Dr. Haider AlAbadi,
the Joint Operations Command of the Iraqi Security Forces
commenced the redeployment of units of the Iraqi Army, CounterTerrorism
Service, Emergency Response Division, and the Federal Police
to federal installations, military bases and vital infrastructure in Kirkuk
province in the early hours of today, 16 October, 2017.

Mon, Oct 16, 2017

An Invitation to Preserve Our Heritage: Handing Over Iraqi Cultural Works and Artifacts

In light of the Iraqi government's efforts to protect and preserve Iraq's cultural and historical heritage, the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington calls upon all Iraqis and friends to contribute to these efforts by handing over any Iraqi visual works (archaeological & cultural artifacts) whether original or replica, they may possess.
This call reaffirms the importance of our national heritage as an integral part of our cultural and historical identity, which requires all of us to work together to protect and preserve it.

Fri, Dec 1, 2023 Fri, Dec 1, 2023

Foreign Minister Delivers Historical Statement after UNSC Adopts Resolution to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII

Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari expressed Iraq's appreciation for the UN Secretary General's efforts to remove Iraq from Chapter VII sanctions and noted that Iraq has regained full sovereignty as an effective member in the international community through this resolution.

Mon, Jul 1, 2013

Announcement

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah directed that the e-mail below be dedicated to communicate with the Iraqi community and receive their suggestions, opinions and complaints; the ambassador will personally see all messages received via this e-mail and take the
required procedures duly:
(Q.A@iraqiembassy.us)

Wed, Jul 26, 2023 Wed, Jul 26, 2023

Ambassador Faily speaks at Halabja commemoration

"We need and will rebuild Iraq; and we will turn the page on such horrific actions as the massacre and genocide at Halabja," said Ambassador Lukman Faily during a commemoration event at the U.S. Capitol.

Tue, Mar 17, 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

Ministry of foreign affairs/Tender 7/2018/ A Contract on Protecting the Ministry's Building by Using K9(Police Dogs)

Thu, Aug 30, 2018

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani returned to the capital, Baghdad, after concluding his official visit to the United States, which included a series of meetings, discussions, seminars, dialogues, and other events

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani returned to the capital, Baghdad, after concluding his official visit to the United States, which included a series of meetings, discussions, seminars, dialogues, and other events, as follows:
- Meeting with U.S. President Mr. Joseph Biden
- Receiving Secretary of State Mr. Antony Blinken
- Visit to the Pentagon and meeting with Secretary of Defense Mr. Lloyd Austin
- Receiving the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic, Mr. Petr Fiala
- Receiving U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Mr. Alejandro Mayorkas
- Receiving... Read more...

Sat, May 4, 2024 Sat, May 4, 2024

THE PRESIDENT MOURNS THE IRAQI ARCHEOLOGIST LAMIA AL-GILANI

President Barham Salih on Tuesday, January 22, 2019, mourned the Iraqi Archeologist Dr. Lamia al-Gilani, who passed away at the age of 80, in Amman.
His Excellency lauded the prestigious status of the deceased and her distinguished efforts in the field of archeology.
The following is the full text:
"We have received with deep pain and grief the news about the death of archaeologist Dr. Lamia al-Gilani, one of the first Iraqi women, who excavated the rich archaeological heritage of the country, and she was an expert in Sumerian seals.

Tue, Jan 22, 2019 Tue, Jan 22, 2019

Statement by Senator McCain on crash of Iraqi pilot during F-16 training in Arizona

June 26, 2015

Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement on the death of Brigadier General Rafid Mohammed Hassan, an Iraqi student pilot whose F-16 fighter crashed near Douglas, Arizona during a training mission with the Arizona Air National Guard’s 162nd Wing:

Tue, Jun 30, 2015

Congratulations on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington D.C. would like to extend its best wishes to the Iraqi community in the United States of America on the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan. On this occasion, may God’s blessings shower our country and its people with prosperity, security, and safety.

Mon, Apr 12, 2021

Ambassador and Mrs. Faily Welcome Iraqi Community in DC to Newroz Event

Ambassador Faily delivered remarks, congratulating the Iraqi people on the occasion of Newroz, calling for unity and peaceful co-existence.

Mon, Mar 31, 2014

President Salih Welcomes U.S. Senator, Tammy Baldwin

he President received today at the Presidential Office, Democratic Member of U.S. Senate from Wisconsin, Sen. Tammy Baldwin alongside the delegation accompanied her. United States Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Matthew Tueller, attended the meeting.

Wed, Oct 2, 2019 Thu, Oct 3, 2019