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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% […]
By John Lee. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) have published an update on internal displacement in Iraq. Overview 997,334 IDPs remain displaced in Iraq. This includes 101,2312 people living in the 183 IDP camps, located in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Of this population, 19,304 IDP […]
From the Iraqi Children Foundation (ICF). Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. A Record Year of Impact: ICF Releases 2025 Annual Report Iraqi Children Foundation (ICF) is proud to share the publication of its 2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of continued […]
From UNHCR: UNHCR IRAQ Monthly Update February 2026 As of the end of February 2026, Iraq generously hosts over 351,000 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 asylum-seekers live in urban and peri-urban settings, 26% […]
Iraq Cosmetics Market Report 2025: Consumer Insights and Retail Landscape A comprehensive market research report on Iraq's cosmetics and personal care market in 2025. Based on primary consumer data from Baghdad and nationwide retail mapping, the study analyzes consumer behavior, spending patterns, brand dynamics, retail channels, and regulatory frameworks, offering actionable insights for beauty brands, […]
By John Lee. The World Health Organization (WHO) has released $500,000 to support emergency coordination, trauma response, mental health services, and medical supply distribution in Iraq. The funding is part of a $2 million commitment in emergency funding to support health responses in Lebanon, Iraq and Syria as part of the WHO's Contingency Fund for Emergencies. […]
From UNHCR: UNHCR IRAQ Monthly Update January 2026 As of the end of January 2026, Iraq generously hosts over 350,110 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 asylum-seekers live in urban and peri-urban settings, 26 […]
By John Lee. The National Investment Commission (NIC) has granted an investment licence for what is described as Iraq's first private hospital dedicated to addiction treatment and mental health care. The licence was awarded for the "Ritaj Baghdad Health Educational Project", to be developed by Abraj Al-Ritaj Company. According to the Commission, the project will […]
From the Berghof Foundation. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. From climate stress to social strain -- Migration, governance and local resilience in Iraq This research report examines how climate change, migration and social cohesion intersect across four climate-affected governorates in Iraq: […]
In Numbers 14,192 people assisted in January USD 304,000 cash-based transfers made in January USD 7.6 million for the next six months (February - July 2026) net funding requirements Operational Updates General Food Assistance In January, WFP provided e-vouchers to more than 6,780 beneficiaries (1,842 households) residing in Al-Amal Rehabilitation Centre (formerly Jed'ah 1 Centre) […]
By John Lee. Nasiriyah Heart Hospital received a Korean medical delegation as part of a new phase of the Iraq-Korea joint cooperation project. The project is funded through a grant from KOICA [Korea International Cooperation Agency] for the Establishment of the Korea-Iraq Specialized Hospital for Children with Heart Disease (2020-2030 / USD 27.93 million). A […]
From the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR). Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Summary of UNHCR Iraq Multi-Year Strategy 2025-2029 UNHCR envisions that forcibly displaced populations and stateless persons in Iraq are better protected and have full inclusive access to quality basic […]
