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IHEC runs registration and voting process for voters abroad

IHEC will run registration and the voting process for voters living abroad to coincide with the parliamentary elections inside Iraq in April.

Sat, Jan 18, 2014

PRESIDENT RECEIVES A PHONE CALL FROM US SECRETARY OF STATE

President Salih got a phone call today Saturday evening from US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
During a phone conversation, the President and US Secretary of State discussed the latest security and political developments at the regional and international levels, emphasized the need to protect Iraq's sovereignty and respect its independent national decision.

Sun, Jan 19, 2020 Sun, Jan 19, 2020

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

الندوة الحوارية مع الدكتور ابراهيم الجعفري وزير الخارجية العراقي في معهد السلام الاميركي في واشنطن

.معهد السلام الامريكي يستضيف وزير الخارجيّة

استضاف معهد السلام الامريكي وزير الخارجية الدكتور ابراهيم الجعفري على هامش مشاركة العراق في مؤتمر التحالف الدولي لمكافحة الارهاب الذي يعقد في واشنطن.

واكد السيد الوزير خلال الندوة التي اقامها معهد السلام بواشنطن ان مؤسسة الدولة تعكس وجه المصالحة الحقيقية والتي تجسد التنوع الواضح بين ابناء الشعب العراقي بمختلف دياناتهم ومذاهبهم.

Thu, Jul 21, 2016

President Receives Italian Prime Minister

President Salih met today with the Prime Minister of Italy, Mr. Giuseppe Conte. The meeting occurred on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
President Salih said that Iraq seeks to establish productive and mutually beneficial relations with Italy and the European Union.

Tue, Sep 24, 2019 Wed, Sep 25, 2019

اعلان مناقصة/ وزارة الصناعةMinistry of Industry and Minerals - Investment Opportunity in the Industrial Sector.

Wed, Nov 7, 2018

Investing in Iraq: Reconstruction and the Role of the Energy Sector

Investing in Iraq: Reconstruction and the Role of the Energy Sector

Opening remarks by:

Frederick Kempe
President and Chief Executive Officer
Atlantic Council

A conversation with:

His Excellency Dr. Fareed Yasseen
Iraqi Ambassador to the United States

Majid Jafar
Chief Executive Officer
Crescent Petroleum

Ben Van Heuvelen
Editor in Chief
Iraq Oil Report

Moderated by:

Ellen Scholl
Deputy Director, Global Energy Center
Atlantic Council

Wed, Apr 18, 2018 Wed, Apr 18, 2018

Iraqi archaeological items lent to Pennsylvania museum for restoration

The University of Pennsylvania Museum Department of Archaeology received archaeological items belonging to one of the most ancient of all Sumerian Cities, Nippur.

Fri, Sep 5, 2014

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC DISCUSSES WITH KUWAIT'S AMIR THE TIES AND THE SITUATIONS IN THE REGION

H.E. President Dr. Barham Salih stressed that the relations between Iraq and Kuwait have made significant strides due to the wisdom and the desire of the leaderships of the two countries to overcome the legacy of the past.
At the official discussion that was held, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad on Wednesday's today June 19 2019, with His Highness the Kuwait's Amir the Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmed Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, His Excellency President Salih indicated that Iraq has a serious desire to build advanced ties with its neighbors, especially with Kuwait in manner that serves the common... Read more...

Wed, Jun 19, 2019 Wed, Jun 19, 2019

A Conversation with H.E. Dr. Fareed Yasseen, Ambassador of Iraq to the United States

On February 26, 2020, the National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations in cooperation with the World Trade Center Washington, DC at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center hosted a public affairs briefing program “A Conversation with His Excellency Dr. Fareed Yasseen, Ambassador of Iraq to the United States.”

The National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations February 26, 2020, Public Affairs Briefing explored dynamics affecting Iraq and Iraq’s relationship with the United States.

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Sat, Feb 29, 2020 Sat, Feb 29, 2020

MOFA Condemns Terrorist Attack in London, Extending Condolences to the Families of the Victims

"Ministry of Foreign Affairs condemns the terrorist attack in London, and extends its condolences to the families of the victims, wishing the injured a quick recovery. The ministry affirms its solidarity with the United Kingdom against the series of terrorist attacks that have recently targeted its security.

Tue, Jun 6, 2017

Amb. Al khirullah Receives Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha

Ambassador Nazar Al khirullah welcomed Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha at the Embassy on August 22 to congratulate the pediatrician, professor and author on her heroism in uncovering the Flint water crisis and on her book named by the New York Times as one of the 100 most notable books of the year.

Sun, Sep 10, 2023 Sun, Sep 10, 2023

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

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq hosted an Iftar event to bring together the Iraqi community in Washington, DC.

Wed, Jul 31, 2013

Prime Minister Al-Abadi outlines holistic strategy for Iraq to move forward during remarks at CSIS

"Just as Iraq is working with the United States and all our international partners to defeat Daesh, we must also work together to rebuild our country in every way – physically, socially, economically and politically," said Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi.

Thu, Apr 16, 2015

President Receives Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq

President Barham Salih welcomed Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, the Special Representative of the Secretary General of the United Nations for Iraq, to the Presidential Office in Baghdad today.
The President emphasized the international organization’s critical role in Iraq, citing efforts the UN has made to support the democratic process across the country as well as highlighting the importance of Iraq as a potential trusted actor that could help reduce regional tension and consolidate international peace and security.

Sun, Sep 1, 2019 Sun, Sep 1, 2019

From Challenge to Achievement: Iraqi Embassy in Washington Celebrates Two Decades of Democracy in Iraq

The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington organized a seminar entitled “Twenty Years of Challenge and Achievement: The Iraqis’ Journey Toward Democracy” which highlighted the progress achieved by Iraq in the field of democracy and political stability, the positive developments that Iraq has witnessed, and the importance of moving forward in the process of overcoming challenges and celebrating achievements.

H.E. Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah delivered his opening remarks at the event, stressing the importance of the past two decades in shaping the political system and... Read more...

Mon, Jan 22, 2024 Mon, Jan 22, 2024

Climate Envoy of the Republic of Iraq hosted by the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine

The envoy of the Republic of Iraq for climate Dr. Ali Al-Lami visited the US National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM) on 10/2/2023, at its headquarters in Washington, D.C., in the presence of representatives of the US Agency for International Development (USAID) ...

Sun, Feb 12, 2023 Sun, Feb 12, 2023

Security and Defense Exhibition at Baghdad International Fair: Deadline set for December 15

The third session of the exhibition will be held in Baghdad from March 1-4, 2014. Interested companies should submit their request to attend by December 15, 2013.

Tue, Nov 26, 2013

Iraqi President Meets World Bank's Delegation: Iraq Heads Toward Achieving National Economic Reform, Promotion of Investment and Works to Support Private Sector and Curb Corruption

On Wednesday, June 2, 2021, the President of the Republic of Iraq, Barham Salih met with the World Bank Group Vice President for Middle East and North Africa, Mr. Ferid Belhaj and alongside his delegation. The meeting was held at al-Salam Palace in Baghdad.

Thu, Jun 3, 2021 Thu, Jun 3, 2021

Ambassador Faily's speech on “US-Iraq Relations: A View from Baghdad"

Thank you, Dr. Anthony, for the kind introduction. And thank you all for coming here this week for the 24th annual Policymakers Conference. I have been asked to discuss the state of relations between Iraq and the United States, and I will address this issue in the context of the theme for this year’s conference...

Thu, Oct 15, 2015