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Secretary Kerry, Minister Zebari Reaffirm Strong Partnership Between US and Iraq

In a joint meeting, Secretary Kerry and Foreign Minister Zebari discussed a range of regional issues and the mutual, committed relationship between the United States and Iraq.

Fri, Nov 1, 2013

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 Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Iraq welcomes President Trump’s new Executive Order.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Iraq welcomes President Trump’s new Executive Order, which excludes citizen of the Republic of Iraq from the previous Order.
This decision is considered an important step towards strengthening the strategic alliance between Baghdad and Washington in different areas of cooperation, especially in combating terrorism.

Mon, Mar 6, 2017

PRESIDENT SALIH ARRIVES IN ERBIL, ATTENDS THE INAUGURATION CEREMONY OF THE PRESIDENT OF KURDISTAN REGION

President Barham Salih arrived in the city of Erbil, Monday, June 10, 2019, to participate in the inauguration ceremony of the President of Kurdistan Region.
His Excellency was received at Erbil International Airport by Messrs. Nechirvan Barzani, Qubad Talabani, and senior officials of Kurdistan Region.

Mon, Jun 10, 2019 Tue, Jun 11, 2019

Prime Minister Al-Abadi downsizes Council of Ministers

Statement from the Prime Minister's Office:

August 16, 2015

Based on the public interest, according to Article 78 of the Constitution and upon delegation of the Council of Representatives, we have decided, on behalf of the people, to:

Reduce the number of cabinet members to become 22 in addition to the Prime Minister instead of 33 members, according to the following:

Mon, Aug 17, 2015

Photobooth Album (Iraqi Embassy open House Event 05/07/2022

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  • Mon, May 9, 2022

    The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq’s Meeting with the US Treasury Department and the Federal Bank in Washington, DC

    The Governor of the Central Bank of Iraq, Ali Al-Alaqq, met, on Friday, February 10th, 2023, with the US Treasury Department and the Federal Bank in Washington, DC.
    The two parties expressed their willingness to work jointly to meet the challenges of working with the electronic platform for cash and money transfers, in addition to supporting the Bank's economic reform efforts and the US Treasury's readiness to provide the required support ...

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

    #AskIraq: Ambassador Faily’s Third Twitter Q&A

    Ambassador Faily (@FailyLukman) answered questions picked by The Daily Beast’s Josh Rogin from Twitter using the #AskIraq hashtag ahead of Iraq’s April 30 elections and the Ambassador’s Boston Marathon run.

    Mon, Apr 14, 2014

    Defense, Security, and Aviation Fair Exhibition

    The Defense, Security, and aviation Fair Exhibition of the fourth session will be held in Baghdad International Exhibition in Baghdad-Iraq from 7 – 10th March 2015.

    All interested Security, Defense, and Aviation Companies should send their confirmation for attending the Exhibition within 30 days to the contact below form the Iraqi Defense Attaché office at Administrator.da@iraqiembassy.us or at (202) 299-0041 Ext. (215).

    Thu, Dec 4, 2014

    General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)SPARE PARTS FOR BOILERS/ Tender 383

    General Competitive Bid(Ministry of Oil)SPARE PARTS FOR BOILERS

    Mon, Sep 18, 2017

    Foreign Minister Meets UNESCO General Director in New York

    His Excellency Foreign Minister Dr. Ibrahim Al-Jafaari met with UNESCO's General Director, Mrs. Audrey Azoulay, on the sidelines of the 73rd session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. The meeting discussed UNESCO's support for Iraq and stressed the need to rehabilitate ancient cities.

    Wed, Sep 26, 2018 Wed, Sep 26, 2018

    U.N. Security Council Votes to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII Sanctions

    The United Nations Security Council has unanimously voted to remove Iraq from Chapter VII of the UN Charter, moving the country a step closer to ending UN sanctions imposed over two decades ago.

    Thu, Jun 27, 2013

    Amb. Al Khirullah Receives Iraq’s KRG Representative in Washington DC

    Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah welcomed Iraq’s KRG Representative in Washington DC Mrs. Bayan Abdul Rahman in his office as she congratulated H.E. on embarking his duties as the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to The United States of America.

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

    Prime Minister Al-Abadi Visits Baghdad Operations Command; Issues Orders to Replace Military Commanders

    As part of ongoing efforts to professionalize Iraq’s military institutions and root out corruption, Prime Minister Al-Abadi issued executive orders to replace military commanders and assign officers to new posts within the Ministry of Defense.

    Wed, Nov 12, 2014

    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

    Foreign Minister Receives Call from Secretary of State Kerry

    Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari discussed bilateral cooperation between Iraq and the United States regarding to Syria during a phone call he received from U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on September 17, 2013.

    Mon, Sep 23, 2013

    PRESIDENT MEETS WITH US CENTRAL COMMAND CHIEF, MCKENZIE

    Meeting with US Central Command Chief General Kenneth McKenzie today in Baghdad, President Salih highlighted the need to develop friendly relations between Iraq and US in addition to coordinate and collaborate in the fight against terrorism.
    Furthermore, he underlined that Iraq will not be a theatre of regional and international conflicts.
    We, therefore, seek to build good relations with all states and we have no interest in being dragged into conflicts not of our choice and making, President Salih added.

    Wed, Feb 5, 2020 Wed, Feb 5, 2020

    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

    Reception hosted by Embassy of Iraq in Washington DC in honer of iraqi speaker Dr Saleem Aljubouri

    Reception hosted by the Embassy of Iraq in Washington DC in honer of Iraqi speaker Dr. Saleem Aljubouri

    Fri, Jun 12, 2015

    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