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CNBC: Interview with Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi

CNBC’s Hadley Gamble sat down with Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi in Davos to talk about the country’s progress, economy and fight against the Islamic State. The interview, held during the annual World Economic Forum, began with the prime minister discussing the war against ISIS: “we are achieving victory over ISIS. We have liberated large areas of Iraq from ISIS control. ISIS are on the run now, and they have been defeated in many areas. We have planned for this year, 2016, to get ISIS out of Iraq.

CNBCFri, Jan 29, 2016 Fri, Jan 29, 2016

Iraqi-born artist Wafaa Bilal is using an exhibit in Windsor, Ont., to resurrect a Baghdad Library

In the long history of cultural destruction caused by war in Iraq, the Art Gallery of Windsor, Ont., is the unlikely setting for a project of renewal.

Iraqi-born artist Wafaa Bilal hopes to restock a library that was set on fire in Baghdad in 2003. His plan is surprisingly indirect: he’s created book-like objects filled with blank white pages and will exchange them for real books that the library needs.

To make this work he’s counting on help from visitors to his new exhibition.

National PostFri, Feb 5, 2016 Fri, Feb 5, 2016

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi: The impartiality and professionalism of the armed forces must be maintained and the influence of the parties should be kept away from them

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi has assured on The impartiality and professionalism of the armed forces must be maintained and the influence of the parties should be kept away from them, Stressing that citizen currently has great confidence and respect for the security forces, which came as a result of huge sacrifices and professional dealings.
This came during a lecture delivered by his Excellency at the Defense University for Military Studies / National Defense College titled "The Role of the Executive Authority in the Reconstruction and Management of the State... Read more...

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Jun 23, 2018 Sat, Jun 23, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Dr.Haider Al-Abadi: Confrontations with terrorism, liberation of territories have not prevented us from reforming the economy and other institutions.

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr.Haider al-Abadi said that corruption is no less dangerous than terrorism, indicating that confrontation with terrorism and the liberation wouldn't prevent us from reforming the economy and other institutions.

This came during His Excellency Prime Minister's speech at the Iraq Energy Forum held in Baghdad on Sunday, where he welcomed guests in the capital Baghdad, indicating that Iraq possesses enormous potential and promising opportunities, while the government keens to encourage the investment.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeMon, Apr 3, 2017 Mon, Apr 3, 2017

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr.Haider AL-Abadi meets German Federal Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr.Haider AL-Abadi has met German Federal Defense Minister Ursula von der Leyen on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos.
The German Federal defense minister has confirmed her country's support for the unity and stability of Iraq, its continued training of Iraqi forces and exerting efforts to strengthen relations between the two countries in various fields.
They have discussed the situation in the region and the importance of its stability.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Jan 24, 2018 Wed, Jan 24, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi receives a cable of congratulations from the Prime Minister of Russia, Dmitry Medvedev

November-1- 2018

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi has received a cable of congratulations from the Prime Minister of Russia Dmitry Medvedev.

Medvedev has congratulated His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi on the occasion of the formation of the government, expressing the continuing support of Russia to Iraq.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeThu, Nov 1, 2018 Thu, Nov 1, 2018

President Salih Congratulates the Iraqi Women and Women of the World on the International Women's Day

President Barham Salih on Friday, March 8, 2019, congratulated Iraqi Women and women of the world on the occasion of their International Day.
In a message on the occasion, His Excellency asserted that the Women's Day comes this year as we remember the pioneering role of Iraqi women in the journey of life and their serious efforts to gain their legitimate rights to contribute to the building of the Iraqi society.
The following is the full text:
In the name of Allah the Merciful

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeFri, Mar 8, 2019 Fri, Mar 8, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi received a phone call Tuesday from United States Secretary of State

October -18- 2017

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Oct 18, 2017 Wed, Oct 18, 2017

Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi receives a telephone call from US President Donald Trump.

Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi received on Thursday a telephone call from US President Donald Trump, in which the two leaders discussed bilateral relations between the two countries and ways of developing them.

Mr. Trump congratulated the victories achieved against Daesh gangs and praised the Iraqi forces and the strong courage of Dr. Al-Abadi in leading the war on terror.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeFri, Feb 10, 2017 Fri, Feb 10, 2017

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi and His Majesty the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Abdullah II hold a joint meeting and a round of joint talks

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi received His Majesty the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Abdullah II, who arrived in Baghdad on an official visit.

His Excellency Prime Minister and the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan held a joint meeting in which they address the bilateral issues between the two countries, the regional situation, the importance of uniting the rhetoric especially to stop the deterioration, escalation witnessed by the countries of the region, to protect the Palestinian cause and defend Al-Quds, Followed by a joint meeting attended by... Read more...

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeMon, Jan 14, 2019 Mon, Jan 14, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi sends a commiseration cable to the French President Emmanuel Macron over a fire incident at the Notre Dame Cathedral

April – 17- 2019

Honorable Emmanuel Macron
President of the French Republic

Good Greeting…

We received with great pain the news of the fire that spread over the historic building of the French Notre Dame Cathedral and the collapse of its historic tower.
On behalf of the Iraqi Government, I express my sorrow for this sad incident and wish to our friend the Republic of France and its kind people good luck, stability, the safety of the historic and civilized monuments of your beautiful country.

Sincerely yours…

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Apr 17, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi receives The U.S. Special Presidential Envoy Brett McGurk and his accompanying delegation

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi has received, Today on Tuesday, U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter Daesh Mr. Brett McGurk, deputy assistant secretary of state for Iraq and Iran Mr. Andrew Peek and the United States Ambassador to Iraq Mr. Douglas Silliman.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeTue, Apr 17, 2018 Wed, Apr 18, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi visits the "Christians of the East" exhibition at the Institute of the Arab World in Paris

Prime Minister Haider Al-Abadi visits the "Christians of the East" exhibition at the Arab World Institute. He toured the exhibition, which included many precious pieces of archaeological and historical documents and was greeted by Jack Lang, head of the Institute and former Minister of Culture.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeThu, Oct 5, 2017 Thu, Oct 5, 2017

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi receives a telephone call from The French President Emmanuel Macron

October -28- 2017

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Oct 28, 2017 Sat, Oct 28, 2017

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi: We must adhere to the great achievement achieved by the Iraqis in winning over Daesh

March -3-2018

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi has confirmed on adhering to the great achievement achieved by the Iraqis in winning against Daesh.
His Excellency has pointed out that the sacrifices should not be forgotten, warning of those who wanted to instill fear among the fighters and spread rumors. But they did fail, and today they are eager to encourage terrorism.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Mar 3, 2018 Sat, Mar 3, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Dr.Haider al-Abadi receives mandated Prime Minister Dr.Adil abdul-Mahdi

October-3-2018

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr.Haider al-Abadi has received mandated Prime Minister Dr.Adil abdul-Mahdi

During the meeting, they have discussed the formation of the next government and its challenges and the importance of uniting efforts to complete the achievements made in all areas, emphasizing on the next government program and support the next government to provide all that serves the aspirations of citizens.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Oct 3, 2018 Wed, Oct 3, 2018

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi receives the Chairman of the Iraqi-British Business Council Baroness Emma Nicholson

February - 10 – 2019

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi received this day in his office, the Chairman of the Iraqi-British Business Council Baroness Emma Nicholson, they discussed joint cooperation between Iraqi and British businessmen, companies and the proposed investment projects in Iraq.

His Excellency confirmed that the stability of Iraq provides an opportunity to increase the efforts of construction and reconstruction, welcoming cooperation between Iraqi and British companies within the framework of the Business Council.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSun, Feb 10, 2019 Fri, Mar 1, 2019

H.E. PM Haider Al-Abadi Receives U.S. Minister of Defense

11-12-2016001.JPGH.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi received in his office today Sunday the U.S. Minister of Defense Mr. Ashton Carter and the accompanying delegation.

The meeting discussed the operation of "we are coming Nineveh" and the victories achieved by our brave forces in the battle in addition to the stabilization of the liberated areas and arming the Iraqi forces.

H.E. Dr. Al-Abadi confirmed that "the battle of liberating al-Mosul is going smoothly from all axes and our... Read more...

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeTue, Dec 13, 2016 Tue, Dec 13, 2016

Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi announces an Iraqi vision for the future of the region based on development and security instead of differences and wars

October -21- 2017

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Oct 21, 2017 Sat, Oct 21, 2017

H.E. Prime Minister Dr. Haider Al-Abadi: We came to serve Basra's citizens, putting our hands in the hands to complete projects and provide services to its sons

July -13- 2018

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeFri, Jul 13, 2018 Fri, Jul 13, 2018