USAID Pledges $20m for Water and Sanitation in Iraq
By John Lee. The US Agency for International Development (USAID) has announced a $20 million investment over four years to enhance water and sanitation services in Iraq, benefiting 2.5 million people across five governorates: Maysan [Missan], Diwaniyah, Ninewa, Baghdad, and Erbil. Implemented by the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) under the Government of Iraq's leadership, […]
Iraq Inaugurates 790 New Schools; More to be Built
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has officially opened 790 model schools across Iraq via video conference, part of the 1,000-school project under the China-Iraq agreement. With modern designs, these schools aim to reduce overcrowding and eliminate triple-year classes. The remaining 210 schools are expected to be completed within two months. Contracts for […]
Oliver Wyman continue Consulation on Iraq's Development Road
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met with representatives from Oliver Wyman to review key principles of the economic model for the Development Road Project. Discussions highlighted competitive advantages and governance strategies, focusing on both short-term and long-term frameworks. The meeting emphasized aligning the project with global advancements in governance and Iraq's vision […]
Electricity Shortage in Iraq as Iran "halts" Gas Supplies
By John Lee. Iraq's Electricity Ministry has reported a complete halt in Iranian gas supplies to Baghdad, central Iraq, and the Middle Euphrates region for 15 days due to maintenance. This disruption has resulted in a power loss of 5,500 MW. According to a statement from the Ministry, while Iran was expected to supply 25 […]
Investment Opportunity: new Peace City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the new Peace City in Najaf Governorate This project spans 3,912 dunams and offers four investment opportunities of equal area. Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi dinars […]
Investment Opportunity: Al-Mutanabbi New City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the new Al-Mutanabbi City in Wasit Governorate This project spans 5,000 dunams and offers five investment opportunities (5x 1000 donums). Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi dinars […]
Investment Opportunity: Ur New City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the new Ur City in Dhi Qar Governorate This project spans 4,000 dunams and offers four investment opportunities (4x 1000 donums). Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi […]
Investment Opportunity: Al-Majar Al-Kabir New City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the new Al-Majar Al-Kabir City in Maysan/Missan governorate. This project spans 2,299 dunams and offers two investment opportunities. Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi dinars and review […]
Investment Opportunity: Balad New City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the New City of Balad in Salah al-Din Governorate This project spans 804 dunams and offers a single investment opportunity. Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi dinars […]
Investment Opportunity: Al-Warka New City
By John Lee. Iraq's National Investment Commission (NIC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Construction, Housing, and Public Municipalities, invites investment proposals for: the development of Al-Warka New City in Al-Muthanna Governorate. This project spans 356 dunams and offers a single investment opportunity. Interested investors must purchase the investment portfolio for 30 million Iraqi dinars […]
Why Did Iraq Suspend a $10bn Deal with China?
By Ameer Al-Auqaili, for The Diplomat. Any opinions expressed are those of the authors, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Why Did Iraq Suspend a $10 Billion Deal With China? The decision to stall a massive oil-for-infrastructure agreement marks a turning point in Middle East power dynamics. The full article […]
Iraq accused of targeting Palestinian Cab Owners
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Controversy erupts as Iraq accused of targeting Palestinian cab owners In Iraq, claims of new restrictions on Palestinians' access to social support and economic opportunity have sparked public outrage on social media. The […]