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The Head of the KRG Department of Foreign Relations (DFR), Minister Falah Mustafa and the Assistant Head of the DFR, Siham Jabali met with the Swedish Ambassador to Iraq, Jörgen Lindström and the Head of the Sweden Section Office in Erbil, Jessica Svärdström today. They discussed different ways in which bilateral relations can be strengthened […]
The United States hosted a top level Iraqi interagency delegation to participate in the March 3-7 Iraq Business Week activities in Washington D.C. Iraqi Deputy Prime Minister Rowsch Shaways led a 30+ member public and private sector delegation to network with scores of major U.S. firms and explore expanding business opportunities in Iraq, now the […]
Following the opening of Canada’s Trade Representation Office in Erbil last month, a Canadian delegation headed by Canada’s Ambassador to Iraq Bruno Saccomani visited Kurdistan to work on boosting educational and agricultural ties. As part of their visit to the region, the delegation visited the Department of Foreign Relations where they were received by the […]
This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. What’s in a Name: Religious Business Names being Swapped for Exotic English in Karbala In the Iraqi city of Karbala, a centre of religious tourism and learning, most retailers use religious […]
Turkey’s Foreign Minister, Ahmet Davutoglu visited Kurdistan during the week, where he met with President Masoud Barzani and the KRG Prime Minister, Nechirvan Barzani to discuss further strengthening relations between Turkey and the KRG; and to attend the Second Sulaimani Forum at the American University of Iraq – Sulaimani (AUIS). The Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet […]
By John Lee. The Kuwait National Cleaning Company has reportedly won a three-year, 207-billion-Dinar contract to remove trash from Basra city. According to a report from Alsumaria, the company beat six competitors from Germany, Lebanon, Turkey and Iran. The Governor’s advisor for services, Mohamad Jaafar, said: "Al Basra’s Governor, Majed Al Nasrawi, reiterated on numerous […]
The UK's Middle East Association in association with British Expertise took a highly successful trade mission to Iraqi Kurdistan from 22nd-27th February, visiting Erbil and Slemani. Comprising 16 delegates representing 14 companies, it was supported by the Kurdistan Regional Government and was received warmly at the highest level. The packed programme included meetings with the […]
Constellis Services has launched its new auto parts distributorship in Erbil, becoming the exclusive distributor for Global Autoparts and Ironman 4x4 in Iraq. At the Erbil Autoshow, 6-9 March 2014, Constellis Services will be showcasing some of the vast array of premium products now on offer. From gaskets and air filters to premium suspension solutions, […]
By Judit Neurink. This article was originally published by Rudaw, and is re-published by Iraq Business News with their kind permission. American Firms Line Up for Kurdistan, as Erbil Mulls US Ties Roll in the American brands! A US delegation for franchise businesses will be visiting the Kurdistan Region of Iraq soon, to see if […]
This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Baghdad's Financial Blockade: Iraqi Kurdistan Talks Independence While Locals Strike Conflict between Baghdad and Iraqi Kurdistan over oil exports has resulted in something of a financial crisis in the northern region. […]
By John Lee. Trade between Sri Lanka and Iraq has risen 80 percent to $90 million, according to a report from Lanka Business Today. Sri Lanka exported goods valued at $ 89.80 million to Iraq and imported goods valued at $ 0.19 million from Iraq during 2013. Tea was the major export item to Iraq […]
The opening of Grand Millennium Sulaimani Hotel in Sulaimani, Iraq, took place on March 2nd, 2014. VIPs, guests and media across the country witnessed the grand opening of what is to become the benchmark of hospitality in Kurdistan and Iraq, and an architectural landmark for Sulaimani. Grand Millennium Sulaimani is today the tallest hotel in […]
