Iraq Suspends need for Import Licenses for Essential Items
By John Lee. The Iraqi Cabinet has suspended of the requirement for import licenses for foodstuffs, consumables, and medicines until June 8, 2022. The move is intended to ease supply and reduce the upward pressure on prices. In a statement, the cabinet assured that it would maintain inspection and quality control procedures, health checks, and […]
Nazli Williams steps down as Director of Genel Energy
By John Lee. Genel Energy has announced that Nazli K. Williams has tendered her resignation as a Non-Executive Director of the company with effect from 13 April 2022. David McManus, Chairman of Genel, said: "Nazli has been a Director of Genel since the merger with Vallares in 2011. She has provided both valuable contributions and […]
Protesters disrupt Gharraf Oil Field
By John Lee. Demonstrators have reportedly caused disruption at oil facilities in Dhi Qar on Wednesday. According to Anadolu Agency, dozens of university graduates gathered at the Al-Gharraf oilfield to demand employment. A local resident is quoted as saying that applications for jobs at the field had received no reply. (Source: Anadolu Agency)
Iraq to sign Double Taxation Agreements
By John Lee. The Cabinet held its weekly meeting on Tuesday under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi. Following discussions, the Cabinet authorised the Ministry of Finance to negotiate and initialize a draft agreement for the avoidance of double taxation and the prevention of tax evasion on income and capital, between Iraq and Jordan, […]
New Iranian Ambassador signals 'Changed Approach to Iraq'
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. New Iranian ambassador signals 'changed approach to Iraq' Iran has appointed Mohammad Kazem Aal-e Sadeq as its new ambassador to Baghdad, ending the 5-year tenure of Iraj Masjedi. Speaking on condition of anonymity, […]
UNDP helps Boost Employment Opportunities in Iraq
Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs and UNDP partner to boost employment opportunities in Iraq A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Federal Ministry of Labour and Social Affairs (MoLSA) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP). The partnership will focus on promoting sustainable economic growth and boosting employment opportunities in Iraq. […]
Applications Open for Humphrey Fellowship Program
The United States Embassy in Iraq is pleased to announce the opening of the application period for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program. This one-year Fellowship is open to mid-career professionals who have a proven track record of leadership, a commitment to public service, and the capacity to take full advantage of a self-defined program […]
Baghdad, Erbil conclude First Round of Talks on Oil
By John Lee. The Iraqi federal government in Baghdad and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) have concluded a first round of talks to discuss the management of the Kurdistan region's oil and gas resources. The meeting follows the ruling by a federal court in February that exports of oil and gas from the Kurdistan region […]
Iran names New Ambassador to Iraq
By John Lee. Iran has reportedly named its new Ambassador to Iraq. According to both Tehran Times and Mehr News, Mohammad Kazem Al Sadeq will soon replace Iraj Masjedi as Iran's top diplomat in Baghdad. On Twitter, Fereshteh Sadeghi (@fresh_sadegh), says that Al Sadeq is from a family of clerics, is fluent in Arabic, and […]
Application Period opens for Fulbright Program
The U.S. Embassy in Baghdad is pleased to announce that the application period is now open for the 2023 Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA) program. Applications are due June 3, 2022. Detailed program information, eligibility guidelines, and application procedures can be found at the U.S. Embassy Baghdad website at: https://iq.usembassy.gov/education-culture/exchange-programs/flta-program/ The FLTA Program is […]
New Partnerships to enhance Iraqi Agri-Business
The International Trade Centre's Strengthening the Agriculture and Agri-food Value Chain and Improving Trade Policy (SAAVI) project has signed a partnership agreement with Zuhoor al Watan in Baghdad. SAAVI will collaborate with Zuhoor al Watan, one of the largest agricultural and poultry production companies in Iraq, to connect smallholder producers, strengthen their capacity, and create […]
UK Firm to supply De-Mining Kit to Iraq
By John Lee. UK-based Scanna MSC Ltd has won a contract with the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for the supply of its XR-200 X-Ray Systems for the disposal of explosive ordnance in Iraq. According to the company's website, the XR200 is a "150 kV, battery powered, pulsed X-ray generator used in security and […]