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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

H.E. Prime Minister Dr.Haider Al-Abadi receives a phone call from U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo

September-1-2018

His Excellency Prime Minister Dr.Haider Al-Abadi has received a phone call from U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.

During the meeting, they have discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation in various economic, service and security fields, as well as the unity, stability, sovereignty and territorial integrity of Iraq

The coordination of efforts to eliminate the Daesh remnant in Syrian territory near the Iraqi border was also discussed.

Sat, Sep 1, 2018

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani Meets with Iraqi Community in Washington

During his official visit to the United States, Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met with representatives of the Iraqi community in Washington D.C. and other U.S. states.
Prime Minister Al-Sudani expressed his pride and appreciation for the Iraqi communities in the United States and around the world, emphasizing that Iraq belongs to all Iraqis. He stressed the country`s need for the expertise, experiences, and initiatives offered by Iraqi figures in the United States of America. ...

Tue, Apr 30, 2024 Tue, Apr 30, 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

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

Re-Announcement: Health Insurance Contract - Public Tender

Tue, May 16, 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

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

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

The Embassy celebrated the conclusion of its summer internship program

The Embassy recently celebrated the conclusion of its summer internship program. We were fortunate to have five stellar interns who contributed to different activities throughout the summer, including participating in workshops about Iraqi culture, promoting tourism to Iraq and researching and writing about political affairs and bilateral US-Iraqi relations. We thank them for a wonderful summer!

Fri, Aug 12, 2022

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

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

Condolence

It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce the passing away today, October 3, 2017, of President Jalal Talabani, the first democratically elected President of the Republic of Iraq (2005-2014). Memorial and condolence arrangements in Washington, DC.

As a tribute to the former President, a book of condolences will be opened on the following days:
- October 4th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- October 5th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
- October 6th, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

At the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq,
(3421 Massachusetts Avenue NW, Washington, DC, 20007... Read more...

Tue, Oct 3, 2017

The Embassy Hosts trainees in NDU Program

The Embassy hosted on August 15 a delegation of officers from the Iraqi army, Ministry of Interior, Counter-terrorism Service and the Peshmerga after they had completed a training course in the Near East South Asia Center for Strategic Studies (NESA Centre) within the program of the National Defense University NDU. The trainees participated in sessions on national security, regional dialogue, security strategies and cyber warfare. ...

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

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

Around the World Embassy Tour, May 5, 2018

On Saturday May 5th ( 2018), the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq to Washington DC will have the honour to join more than 75 other nations participating in Passport DC, opening its doors to the gracious public and the Iraqi community in the USA during Around the World Embassy Tour.

Mon, Apr 30, 2018

An Invitation to Preserve Our Heritage: Handing Over Iraqi Cultural Works and Artifacts

In light of the Iraqi government's efforts to protect and preserve Iraq's cultural and historical heritage, the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington calls upon all Iraqis and friends to contribute to these efforts by handing over any Iraqi visual works (archaeological & cultural artifacts) whether original or replica, they may possess.
This call reaffirms the importance of our national heritage as an integral part of our cultural and historical identity, which requires all of us to work together to protect and preserve it.

Fri, Dec 1, 2023 Fri, Dec 1, 2023

A guide to Iraq's government formation process, as stated in the constitution

The process of forming the Iraqi government according to the Iraqi constitution:

Fri, May 23, 2014

Foreign Minister Delivers Historical Statement after UNSC Adopts Resolution to Remove Iraq from Chapter VII

Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari expressed Iraq's appreciation for the UN Secretary General's efforts to remove Iraq from Chapter VII sanctions and noted that Iraq has regained full sovereignty as an effective member in the international community through this resolution.

Mon, Jul 1, 2013

Announcement

Ambassador Nazar Al Khirullah directed that the e-mail below be dedicated to communicate with the Iraqi community and receive their suggestions, opinions and complaints; the ambassador will personally see all messages received via this e-mail and take the
required procedures duly:
(Q.A@iraqiembassy.us)

Wed, Jul 26, 2023 Wed, Jul 26, 2023