Dragon Oil signs Strategic MoUs in Iraqi Energy Sector
By John Lee. UAE-based Dragon Oil has signed a series of strategic memoranda of understanding with key companies operating in Iraq's oil projects. The agreements include an MoU with China's Anton Oilfield Services, and another with Iraqi firm Nahdat Al-Bina for Contracting. According to the company, the memoranda open new opportunities to strengthen cooperation, support […]
Iraq Opens First Solar Power Plant in Karbala
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani on Sunday inaugurated, via videoconference, the first phase of the Karbala Solar Power Plant, Iraq's first project of its kind, in the presence of the Minister of Electricity. Al-Sudani praised the efforts of the Ministry of Electricity and local authorities in Karbala for completing the project, highlighting […]
Iraq, Saudi Arabia Discuss Investment Opportunities
By John Lee. National Investment Commission (NIC) Chairman Dr. Haider Mohammed Makiyya met on Wednesday with Saudi investor Mohammed Al-Khraif and his accompanying delegation to discuss ways of enhancing investment cooperation between Iraq and Saudi Arabia across multiple economic and industrial sectors. Dr. Makiya reaffirmed the government's commitment to providing a safe and attractive environment […]
Iraq, Lebanon Sign Agreement and MoUs for Economic Cooperation
By John Lee. The second session of the Iraq-Lebanon Joint Committee was held on Thursday in Baghdad, chaired by Iraqi Minister of Trade Dr Atheer Daoud al-Ghurairi and Lebanese Minister of Economy and Trade Dr Amer al-Bassat, with participation from representatives of both countries' private sectors. The meeting resulted in the signing of an agreement […]
Kawlokan Corniche Project to Transform Soran District
By John Lee. The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has launched the Kawlokan Corniche Project, a key component of the Soran District Tourism Master Plan, aiming to establish the area as a major visitor destination. The first phase will develop five ponds along a 4-kilometre river stretch, with landscaped green spaces, cafés, and restaurants. The project's […]
Will 'Unprecedented' Disqualification of Candidates kill Iraq's Elections?
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Will 'unprecedented' disqualification of candidates kill Iraq's elections? Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has reportedly disqualified hundreds of candidates for parliamentary polls in November. The move appears unprecedented in scale and profile, […]
Turkey's Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq
By Dr Neil Melvin and Dr Burcu Ozcelik, 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. Turkey's Balancing Act: Prospects for Stabilisation in Syria and Iraq Can Turkey act as a stabilising force in Syria and […]
WFP Iraq Country Brief, August 2025
In Numbers 10,624 People assisted USD 287,662 cash-based transfers made USD 11.3 million net funding requirements (September 2025 - February 2026) Operational Updates General Food Assistance WFP provided e-vouchers to over 6,000 resident beneficiaries (1,748 households) in Al-Amal Rehabilitation Centre (formerly Jed'ah 1 Centre) in Ninewa Governorate. Additionally, WFP provided cash assistance (CBT) to over […]
Iraqi PM Meets Halliburton CEO to Discuss Energy Development
By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shiaa al-Sudani met on Thursday with Jeff Miller, Chairman and CEO of Halliburton, along with his accompanying delegation. Al-Sudani underlined the government's strong interest in the role of major international oil companies, particularly American firms, in developing Iraq's energy sector, improving production efficiency, and achieving national goals. He […]
Iraq "Fails" to Import Turkmen Gas via Iran
By John Lee. Iraq's attempt to import gas from Turkmenistan via Iran has reportedly failed following pressure from the United States. Click here to read the full article. (Source: Reuters)
Iraq Prepares for Iraq-US Trade and Investment Council
By John Lee. The Ministry of Trade, through its Department of Foreign Economic Relations, has held a preparatory meeting ahead of the fourth session of the Iraq-US Trade and Investment Council, with participation from representatives of relevant ministries and agencies. According to a ministry statement, Director General Riyadh al-Hashimi said the meeting reviewed Iraqi proposals […]
"Tired of Dinars", Iraq flocks to Dogecoin
By Anand Sinha and Mehab Qureshi for The Street. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Sanctioned Iraq flocks to Dogecoin Iraq, the Middle Eastern country where crypto remains banned, topped the list of countries that are looking up [Dogecoin] on Google. […]