Iraq's drive for Self-Sufficiency "raises Concerns in Iran"
By Yerevan Saeed, for the New Lines Institute. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. An Attack in Iraq Sends a Message: Closed To Western Energy Business Iraq's drive for energy self-sufficiency, fueled by potential future U.S. investment, and Türkiye's ambitions of reaching […]
Iraq announces New Bond Issue
By John Lee. In response to the high demand for its "Injaz/Enjaz" ["achievement"] bonds, first issued in May, the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) will offer a second issue of these bonds on behalf of the Ministry of Finance. The total amount available is 1.5 trillion Iraqi dinars [$1.15 billion]. The bond are available for […]
British Council to Help Enhance English Language Programs in Iraq
By John Lee. Iraq's Minister of Education, Dr. Ibrahim Namis Al-Jubouri, has signed a comprehensive agreement to enhance modern English language programs in Iraq. This initiative aims to build the capacities of educational and teaching staff through intensive training in collaboration with the British Council. The signing ceremony was attended by the Deputy Minister for […]
US resumes Talks with Iraq over Future of Troop Presence
By Jared Szuba for Al Monitor. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. US resumes talks with Iraq over future of troop presence Negotiations between the Biden administration and a senior Iraqi delegation resumed in Washington on Monday in an effort to […]
Iraq Stock Market Report
Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 25th July 2024). Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. RSISX Index Change RSISX Index Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) RSISX IQD Index 1,773.3 -2.5% 14.1% RSISX USD Index […]
CBI Tender for New Building in Mosul
By John Lee. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has issued a tender for preparing studies, designs and auditing for the construction of a new CBI building in Mosul, in Nineveh Governorate. Full details here (Arabic) (Source: CBI)
Iraq-focussed EdTech start-up raises $500k
By John Lee. Iraq-focussed Finnish EdTech start-up Corrsy has announced the successful closure of its pre-seed investment round, raising $500,000. According to a press release from the company, "this significant milestone marks the beginning of an exciting journey to transform education in the MENA region through groundbreaking learning experiences." The investment round was led by […]
Next Generation Iraq: Understanding Youth Perspectives
By John Lee. The British Council has published a landmark study examining the experiences, perceptions and attitudes of 1,268 Iraqi young people aged between 18 and 30. Next Generation Iraq is part of the British Council's Next Generation research programme, aimed at understanding youth perspectives and informing policy and programming to better address their needs. […]
UN, Ministry of Water launch "Water is Life" Campaign
From United Nations Iraq: UN Iraq and Ministry of Water Resources Launch "Water is Life" Campaign The United Nations in Iraq, in partnership with the Iraqi Ministry of Water Resources, kicked off a crucial campaign to address the severe water crisis facing the nation. The year-long awareness campaign, titled "Water is Life - Every Drop […]
Article 19 criticises Iraq's draft Right to Information Act
From Article 19. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq: Withdraw problematic draft Right to Information Act In a recent analysis, ARTICLE 19 reviews the draft Right to Information Act (draft RTI Act) prepared by the Government of Iraq and finds that […]
Iraq Opens Four Military Manufacturing Factories
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani inaugurated four new military manufacturing factories of the Military Industrialization Authority. The inauguration took place at the General Company for Military Industries complex in southern Baghdad and included a virtual participation. The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Electricity and other officials. Newly Inaugurated Facilities: Light […]
Iraq to Accelerate Gas Utilization at Bazargan Field
By John Lee. The Deputy Minister of Oil for Gas Affairs, Ezzat Saber (pictured), emphasized the urgency of accelerating the investment in associated gas from oil operations at the Bazargan field in Maysan province. The goal is to harness 70 million standard cubic feet per day (MMSCFD) to support and enhance the energy sector, generating […]