Archive | Leisure and Tourism in Iraq

Iraq Business News brings you the latest news on developments and opportunities in leisure and tourism industries in Iraq.

Iraq signs Agreement with Libya to Enhance Youth Sector

By John Lee. Libya's Youth Minister, Fathi Al-Zeni [Fathallah Al-Zani], and his Iraqi counterpart, Ahmed Al-Mabrouq [Ahmed Al-Mubarak], signed a cooperation agreement on Wednesday to "advance the youth sector in various fields." Accompanying the Libyan Minister in the reception delegation were Dr. Akram Naeem, Director General of the Department of Studies and Development of Youth […]

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Iraqi Cabinet Allocates Land for Thi Qar Reconstruction

By John Lee. The Iraqi Cabinet has approved the allocation of a 433-donum plot of land for the Dhi Qar Reconstruction Fund. The land, part of the Tourist City of Ur, will facilitate the completion of designated projects. Additionally, approvals include: Transferring ownership of property near Imam Hussein Street to the local administration in Dhi […]

Comprehensive Training Program for Iraqi Motorsport Delegation

From the Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA). Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. The Bahrain Motor Federation (BMF), under the guidance of President and FIA Vice President for Sport - MENA, His Excellency Shaikh Abdulla bin Isa Al Khalifa, recently organised an […]

KRG Forecasts a Boom in Tourism

By John Lee. The Kurdistan Region is preparing for a bustling winter tourism season, according to a statement from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). Sirwan Tofiq, the marketing head at the KRG Board of Tourism, briefed the Department of Media and Information on the efforts to attract winter tourists to destinations like Gara Mountain, Penjwen, […]

Saudi Football 'Charm Offensive' arrives in Iraq

From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Saudi football 'charm offensive' arrives in Iraq In front of a raucous crowd in Erbil, underdog Iraqi club Al-Quwa Al-Jawiya has soundly defeated visiting Saudi side Al-Ittihad. The Nov. 6 game, an Asian Football […]

Real Madrid introduces Educational Programme in Iraq

Real Madrid Foundation travelled to Baghdad to present the Educational Football Program developed in collaboration with the Nabaa Al-Salman Group, which will be launched in Iraq from this season onwards. The Minister of Youth and Sport, Ahmed Al-Mubarqa; joined by the representative of the Prime Minister of Iraq, Khalid Qubayyan; and the president of the […]

US Fast Food Restaurant Opens in Baghdad

By John Lee. US-based FAT (Fresh. Authentic. Tasty.) Brands Inc. has announced the opening of its first Johnny Rockets fast-food restaurant in Iraq. The new site is located in the Alyarmouk [Yarmouk] neighborhood Baghdad, and is operated by Alanwar Alarabiya. The first Johnny Rockets restaurant opened in 1986 in Los Angeles, and the chain now […]

Whose Water is it Anyway: Political Violence and Corruption in Iraq

By Natasha Hall and Husam Sobhi, for the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS). Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Whose Water Is It Anyway: How Political Violence and Corruption Has Become Iraq's Existential Challenge Iraq's Lake Habbaniyah was once a […]

KRG PM Welcomes Saudi Investment Delegation

KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani received a delegation from Saudi Arabia on Monday, headed by Dr. Saad Al-Shahrani, Deputy Minister of Investment. The meeting revolved around enhancing mutual ties, with a particular focus on Saudi Arabia's investments in the Kurdistan Region. Prime Minister Barzani highlighted the enduring friendship between the Kurdistan Region and Saudi Arabia, […]

Iraq's Int'l Development Bank signs Agreement on Tourism

By John Lee. Arab Tourism Organization and International Development Bank Sign Cooperation Agreement to Boost Arab Tourism Development The Arab Tourism Organization (ATO) and Iraq's International Development Bank (IDB) have signed a cooperation agreement aimed at enhancing collaboration to harness opportunities for the development of the tourism sector. The Arab Tourism Organization's President, Dr. Bandar […]

New Reform Roadmap for Tourism in Iraqi Kurdistan

From the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP): UNDP Iraq and USAID Seek to Revitalize Tourism in the Kurdistan Region In a milestone event aimed at reviving tourism in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Iraq and the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) partnered with the Kurdistan […]

Iraqi PM lays Foundation Stone for Major Tourism Complex

By John Lee. The Prime Minister of Iraq, Mr. Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, has laid the foundation stone for a large tourism complex in Baghdad. The project includes a large hotel, a residential complex, and various tourism facilities. The Qatari Investment Holding Company [Estithmar Holding] is leading the project, which marks Qatar's first investment venture in […]