By John Lee. Iraq's trade surplus with China narrowed sharply in 2025, as imports from China rose while oil export revenues declined, according to data published by the Ministry of Trade. The figures, compiled by the ministry's Directorate of External Economic Relations, show that Iraqi imports from China rose by 7.5 percent to approximately $17.02 […]
From Kurdistan24. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. KRG Interior Ministry Bans Cryptocurrency Trading, Warns of Legal Action The Kurdistan Region's Ministry of Interior of the issued a directive on Sunday prohibiting citizens and commercial entities from engaging in digital currency transactions […]
By John Lee. The Iraq Securities Commission (ISC) has become the first government body in Iraq to complete registration in the national electronic signature certification system, marking a significant step in the country's digital transformation agenda. The commission's chairman stated that the move aligns with government efforts to develop public services and strengthen electronic governance, […]
The following were the ten most read dinar-related articles on Iraq Business News for the month of April: "Deleting the Zeros": What Iraq Actually Said, and What It Means for Your Investment You Bought Iraqi Dinars. Now What? What a New Iraqi PM means for Your Dinars Donald Trump and the "Great Iraqi Dinar Revaluation" […]
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Parliamentary push to bring back conscription ignites debate in Iraq Iraq's parliament has completed its first reading of a bill that would reintroduce mandatory conscription for men. Backed by Parliament Speaker Haibat Al-Halbousi, […]
By John Lee. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has imposed a travel ban on its nationals travelling to Iran, Lebanon and Iraq, citing current regional developments. UAE nationals already in those countries have been urged to return home immediately. Full statement from UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs: In light of current regional developments, the Ministry […]
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Shiite alliance taps wealthy entrepreneur as Iraq's youngest PM-designate Iraqi President Nizar Amedi has tasked 41-year-old businessman Ali Al-Zaidi with forming a government, making him the country's youngest prime minister-designate. The surprise choice […]
From UNHCR: UNHCR IRAQ Monthly Update March 2026 As of the end of March 2026, Iraq generously hosts approximately 350,000 refugees and asylum-seekers, the majority (88%) of whom are Syrians. Close to 81% of this population resides in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. While most refugees and asylumseekers live in urban and peri-urban settings, 26% […]
From Mercy Path for Women's Affairs. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq's Protection Pathway - A Guide to Service Providers and Protection Capacity for Victims of Human Trafficking Behind Iraq's bi-governance lies 2 different systems for victim protection. This report presents […]
By Winthrop M. Rodgers, Chatham House. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Political Deadlock has Left Iraq's Kurdistan Region Dangerously Exposed amid Iran War The stalemate over government formation is affecting the semi-autonomous region's ability to deal with the fallout of the […]
By John Lee. A meeting was held last week between Iraqi government advisers and representatives of the French Veterinary Medicines and Diagnostics Industry Association (SIMV) to explore cooperation opportunities in Iraq's livestock and agricultural sectors, with a focus on the "Stray Dog Control Strategies" project adopted by the Iraqi Prime Minister's Office. The Iraqi delegation […]
By John Lee. The Iraqi Oil Exploration Company has completed a 2D seismic survey at the Qarnain block in Najaf province, finishing 31 days ahead of the scheduled timeline. The survey covered 2,850 kilometres and recorded 47,500 energy points, achieving a completion rate of 108 per cent. Work began on 10 October 2025 and concluded […]
