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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

Annoucement for the first time, International Public Tender, The independent High Electoral commission

Annoucement for the first time, International Public Tender, The independent High Electoral commission .

Wed, Jan 31, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi: Scientific researches should meet the need of Iraqis in all fields

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider al-Abadi has called for scientific researchers to meet the need of Iraqis in all fields of agriculture, industry, oil, energy, security and others.
This came during his Excellency speech at the Sixth International Scientific Conference on Nanotechnology and Advanced Materials and its Applications, where he has commended holding of the conference at the appropriate time while the country is moving towards construction, rebuilding, development of the economy, industries, and energy.

Thu, May 3, 2018 Thu, May 3, 2018

Ambassador Faily Speaks at Diplomacy Matters Luncheon

Ambassador Faily was welcomed as guest of honor at the Diplomacy Matters Institute Ambassador’s Series luncheon, where he spoke about the rebuilding efforts in Iraq.

Fri, Dec 20, 2013

PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC MEETS WITH LORD SPEAKER OF THE BRITISH HOUSE OF LORDS

H.E. President of the Republic Dr. Barham Salih met with the Lord Speaker of the British House of Lords Peter Norman Fowler while he was paying a visit to the House of Lords of the United Kingdom, in London, on Wednesday's today, June 26, 2019.
His Excellency the President commended UK's role and its supporting stances for the government and the people of Iraq in addressing terrorism as well as its contributing in building Iraq's cities, chiefly the liberated areas.

Wed, Jun 26, 2019 Thu, Jun 27, 2019

Amb. Nazar Al Khirullah Meets with Mayor of Houston

Amb. Nazar Al Khirullah met with the Mayor of the city of Houston in the state of Texas; they discussed opportunities for cooperation between both sides in the fields of oil, gas and renewable energy.

Tue, Oct 31, 2023 Tue, Oct 31, 2023

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted a farewell reception honoring His Excellency Lukman Faily

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted a farewell reception on Thursday May 26th 2013 honoring His Excellency Lukman Faily Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the United State. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Iraq Director expressed his appreciation for the support of H.E. Ambassador Faily in developing the business partnership of both countries. The event included a farewell speech from H.E. Ambassador Faily to the business community upon ending his tenure by thanking the support of the chamber and its members, confirming that Iraq will continue to welcome U.S.

Fri, Jun 24, 2016

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

Foreign Minister Calls on his German Counterpart to Support the Removal of Iraq from List of High-risk Countries in Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing

Foreign Minister Mr. Fuad Hussein received a phone call from German Foreign Minister Mr. Heiko Maas. The two Ministers discussed bilateral relations between the two countries, and the prospects for promoting them to meet the aspirations of the two friendly peoples.

Minister Fuad Hussein affirmed his keenness to enhance ways of bilateral cooperation with Berlin in various fields.

Mon, Jul 13, 2020

Ambassador Faily Statement on Developments toward Forming the New Government in Baghdad

Ambassador Lukman Faily today responded to the announcement that Prime Minister Nouri al-Maliki will forego a third-term and will support Prime Minister-Designate Haider al-Abadi’s efforts to form a unity government.

Thu, Aug 14, 2014

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Meets with GE Vernova CEO

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani received Mr. Scott Strazik, CEO of GE Vernova, at his residence in Washington. GE Vernova specializes in energy technology development.
The meeting focused on discussing ways to enhance the company`s operations in Iraq and the future of energy production, within the context of ongoing developments in the oil and electricity sectors. This discussion aligns with the government’s program aimed at developing these sectors, improving production and distribution efficiency for electrical energy.

Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized the government`... Read more...

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

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

International Tender No. 6/ 2017-Ministry of Defense/ General Directorate of Contracts and Sales( Supplying Devices and Equipment)

Ministry of Defense General, Directorate of Contracts,International Tender No. 6/ 2017-Ministry of Defense (Devices and Equipment Supplies).

Fri, Jul 21, 2017

Iraq Repatriates Ceremonial Sword

The heritage sword was repatriated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) at a private ceremony at Ambassador Faily’s residence in Washington, DC.

Mon, Jul 29, 2013

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

PM receives USIBC Delegation

PM Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani said as he received the Iraq-US Business Council (USIBC) headed by Steve Lutes on June 14, that Iraq is qualified to be an attractive environment for the private sector and foreign companies highlighting that the government has taken a set of decisions to simplify procedures for investors and tackle problems in this respect. The PM pointed out that: Iraq is moving towards oil alternatives that will be available after 2028; we have started investing in the flaring gas sector, which costs us $4 billion per year; the TotalEnergies agreement will supply our country... Read more...

Wed, Aug 16, 2023 Wed, Aug 16, 2023

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

IN RESPONSE TO PRESIDENT SALIH’S BID, THE UNESCO AGREES TO RELOCATE ITS REGIONAL OFFICE TO IRAQ

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has responded to President Barham Salih’s call to move its regional headquarters to Baghdad instead of Amman.
The Organization announced the consent following a telephone conversation between President Salih and the Director General of the Organization, Ms. Audrey Azoulay, in cooperation with the Iraqi Ministry of Culture.

Thu, Jun 13, 2019 Fri, Jun 14, 2019