By John Lee. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has made the "Iraq First" National Security Strategy 2025-30 available to the public. The document was officially launched on 4th August. Click here to download the full report [Arabic]. To browse our comprehensive library of reports on Iraq, click here. (Source: CBI)
By John Lee. The Office of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces has confirmed the results of the investigation into the 26 November drone attack on the Khor Mor gas field in Sulaymaniyah. Chaired by the Minister of Interior and involving federal and Kurdistan Region security agencies, the committee reported that the attack was conducted […]
By John Lee. The UN Assistance Mission in Iraq (UNAMI) is concluding its 21-year mandate on December 31, with Special Representative Mohammed Al Hassan highlighting the country's progress from decades of conflict to holding six successful parliamentary elections. In a statement, he said that, despite advances, Iraq faces ongoing challenges including nearly one million internally […]
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. More questions than answers in Iraq as key gas facility comes under fire An attack on key natural gas facilities in Iraqi Kurdistan has cut output and temporarily left millions suffering from widespread […]
By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), along with international leaders, has condemned Thursday's attack on the Khor Mor gas field. It added that the attack was, "a direct consequence of the absence of decisive measures [by Baghdad] against those responsible for previous attacks." The field's operator, UAE-based Dana Gas, has not issued any […]
By Michael Knights for the Combating Terrorism Center (CTC) at West Point. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Rise of the E-Militias: Designated Terrorist Groups Infest Iraq's Digital Economy Iraq's digital economy is one of its fastest-growing sectors, driven by an expanding […]
By John Lee. The Federal Integrity Commission has held talks with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) on strengthening bilateral and international coordination to recover smuggled assets and extradite individuals wanted in corruption cases. The Commission's First Deputy Chairman, Dr Muzhahir al-Jubouri, met UNDP Justice Initiatives Support Project Director Yama Turabi at the Commission's headquarters. […]
By John Lee. The Federal Integrity Commission has formally rejected claims that around IQD 2.5 trillion (approximately $1.9 billion) was withdrawn or lost from the Social Protection Fund's accounts, confirming that the full amount remains intact and under official control. The Commission said it formed an emergency investigation team immediately after widespread reports alleged the […]
By John Lee. Colorado-based Vectrus Systems LLC [V2X] has been awarded a $252,050,925 cost-plus fixed-fee indefinite contract action for base support services in support of the Iraq F-16 program. This contract provides for base operating support, base life support, and security services. Work will be performed at Martyr BG Ali Flaih Air Base (formerly Balad Air Base), […]
Iraq Strengthens Integrity and Environmental Justice: Anti-Corruption and Arbitration Initiative Enters New Phase With a 14-place leap in global Transparency Index, the country moves to tackle corruption linked to climate, environment, and natural resources In a move towards transforming how Iraq fights corruption and protects its natural resources, the Government of Iraq and the United […]
By John Lee. The Institute for Financial Integrity (IFI) has launched its Fundamentals of Financial Crime Compliance training program, in partnership with the American University of Iraq - Baghdad (AUIB), the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI), and K2 Integrity (K2i). The first two programs were held in July and August of this year, and the […]
By Tamer Badawi for the Royal United Services Institute (RUSI). Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq Elections Return Incumbents, Testing US and Iranian Influence Iraq's elections make ponderous a status quo Washington and Tehran seek to preserve; manoeuvring politicians make […]
