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Appointed-Ambassador Faily Delivers Remarks at US-Iraq Higher Education Conference

"Transactional, Transitional, Transformational: Changing the Paradigm on American and Iraqi Cooperation," was organized by the Iraqi Cultural Office and the Kurdistan Regional Government Representation Office to the U.S., with support from the U.S. Department of State.

Mon, Jul 1, 2013

Appointed-Ambassador Faily Holds Meetings with Under Secretary for Political Affairs, State Department Officials

Discussions included human rights, political cooperation, the economic side of the Strategic Framework Agreement and educational partnerships.

Wed, Jul 3, 2013

Embassy of Iraq Congratulates American People on Occasion of Independence Day

July 4, 2013 -- The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington, DC congratulates the American people and government on the occasion of Independence Day and wishes the American people further progress and prosperity.

Fri, Jul 5, 2013

JPMorgan Deepens Iraq Business After Citi, Standard Chartered

JPMorgan signed a one-year agreement to help the Trade Bank of Iraq finance imports of goods and services as Iraq continues to strengthen its economy.

BloombergSun, Jul 7, 2013 Mon, Jul 8, 2013

Grasp Iraq’s Outstretched Hand

Iraq's economic potential continues to grow. Citigroup says Iraq could be a $2 trillion economy by 2050 and Ambassador Faily has reiterated that increased investments in Iraq reflect a more positive era in U.S.-Iraq relations.

Commentary MagazineFri, Jul 5, 2013 Mon, Jul 8, 2013

Wyndham Hotel opens in Iraq

Wyndham Hotel Group announces its entry into Iraq with hopes of attracting business and leisure travelers to its new hotel in Kurdistan.

eTurboNewsMon, Jul 8, 2013 Tue, Jul 9, 2013

Ambassador Faily congratulates Muslims in the United States on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan

On behalf of the government and people of Iraq, Ambassador Faily wishes the Muslim world and Arabic and Islamic communities living in the U.S. prosperity and blessings.

Wed, Jul 10, 2013

Arlington Cemetery Visit, Ambassador Faily

Ambassador Faily honored Americans and Iraqis who have paid the ultimate sacrifices to their countries during a visit to the hallowed grounds of Arlington National Cemetery.

Sun, Jul 14, 2013

A lesson from Iraq

Iraq's new ambassador to the United States is optimistic about the future of Iraq. From the U.N. lifting decades-old sanctions to recent elections and oil production, Mr. Faily has good reason to be looking ahead.

WORLD MagazineFri, Jul 12, 2013 Mon, Jul 15, 2013

Iraq unveils plans for first new public library since 1970s

Library plans highlight Baghdad’s new Youth City project with a design that will engage and empower visitors. The architectural firm will partner with a New York-based library consulting firm to build a collection of over three million books, including rare manuscripts.

Asharq Al-AwsatTue, Jul 16, 2013 Tue, Jul 16, 2013

U.S. Chamber of Commerce Hosts Event to Honor Ambassador Faily

As part of the U.S.-Iraq Business Initiative, the United States Chamber of Commerce welcomed Ambassador Faily for an event that fostered discussions of the enormous trade investment opportunities that exist between Iraq and the U.S.

Fri, Jul 19, 2013

Ambassador Faily Attends Iraqi Community Soccer Tournament in Washington, DC

Ambassador Faily thanked the players for their dedication to the sport and Iraqi community.

Mon, Jul 22, 2013

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

Ambassador Faily Attends Ramadan Iftar Event at Imam Ali Center in DC

Imam Ali Center hosted the Iftar event to honor Ambassador Faily, where he delivered remarks to many of those in the Iraqi community living in the United States.

Tue, Jul 30, 2013

Ambassador Faily Delivers Remarks During Ramadan Iftar Event at Al Hadi Center in Washington, DC

Al Hadi Center Hosted an Iftar Event to Honor Ambassador Faily, where he called for tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Wed, Jul 31, 2013

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

Iraqi Students Participating in US State Department Program Visit Embassy of Iraq in Washington, DC

Students were part of the Dialogue Institute program, “Study of the U.S. Institute on Religious Pluralism.” Students met with staff and learned more about the Embassy’s role in the U.S.

Fri, Aug 2, 2013

New Iraqi National Park May Be a Game Changer

Iraq recently decreed its first official national park, marking a positive step for the country's environmental future and protection of the central marshes of Iraq.

National GeographicWed, Jul 31, 2013 Tue, Aug 6, 2013

National Iraqi survey shows decline in poverty levels

The Iraqi Ministry of Planning recently announced a decline in poverty levels in the country from 2007 to 2012, alongside a rise in average per capita monthly expenditure.

Mawtani.com, a service of Al-ShorfaTue, Aug 6, 2013 Tue, Aug 13, 2013

Foreign Minister Zebari Discusses Iraqi-U.S. Relations with American Ambassador to Iraq

Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari met with Ambassador Beecroft days before the Foreign Minister's trip to the U.S., where he will continue bilateral discussions and implementation of the Strategic Framework Agreement.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsSun, Aug 11, 2013 Tue, Aug 13, 2013