2019 - (Another) Key Year for Iraq
The past year has seen many developments in Iraq, including the successful completion of parliamentary elections (admittedly with a low participation of voters), the installation of a new cabinet (with a few posts still to be filled), and a considerably higher oil price than in the previous year (although that has fallen back considerably towards […]
Poultry Industry "Booming" in Kurdistan
By John Lee. Iraqi Kurdistan poultry industry is reported to have dramatically increased over the last five years. Haider Farhan, head of Kurdistan Region’s poultry industry high council, told Rudaw that there are now 2,000 chicken farms in the Kurdistan Region, producing nearly 190 tons of meat annually. More here. (Source: Rudaw)
Iraq Bans Import of Oranges
By John Lee. The Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture has banned the import of oranges, due to "the abundance of local produce and support for our national economy". A "technical agent" at the ministry, Dr. Mahdi Mohammad al-Qaisi (pictured), confirmed that this is the first ban on the importation of oranges since 2003. (Source: Ministry of […]
Provincial Elections are Cancelled Again
This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. By Mustafa Habib. Drama On Iraq’s Councils After Provincial Elections Are Cancelled Again Conflict at federal level is complicating local politics too. Provincial elections have not been held for five […]
Weir $5m Contract in Iraq
By John Lee. UK-based Weir Group has reportedly signed a $5-million contract to provide "rotating equipment overhaul services" in Iraq. The client was not named, but was described as "a major Iraq JV". (Source: Arabian Industry)
Iraq, Jordan to Ease Trade, Finalise Plans for Oil Pipeline
By John Lee. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi and Jordan's Prime Minister Dr. Omar Razzaz have agreed a series of measures to increase cooperation between the two countries. Following a meeting at the weekend, they announced that, among other steps, they will finalize the framework agreement for the Iraqi-Jordanian pipeline which will run from Basra […]
December Oil Exports: Volume Up, Revenue Down
By John Lee. Iraq’s Ministry of Oil has announced interim oil exports for December of 115,517,974 barrels, giving an average for the month of 3.726 million barrels per day (bpd), a increase from the 3.377 bpd exported in November. These exports from the oilfields in central and southern Iraq amounted to 112,450,367 barrels, while exports by […]
Hopes that Turkey will Lift Ban Sulaymaniyah Flights
By John Lee. Authorities in Iraqi Kurdistan are said to be hopeful that a meeting later this month between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Iraqi President Barham Salih will lead to Turkey lifting its ban on international flights crossing its airspace to land at Sulaymaniyah Airport (pictured). According to a report from Ahval News, Turkey […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraq
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraq: Resident Program Manager, National Democratic Institute (NDI) GBV Manager, International Medical Corps (IMC) MHPSS Manager (Syria Response), International Medical Corps (IMC) Program Manager, International Medical Corps (IMC) Program Coordinator, International Medical Corps (IMC) Capacity Building Project Manager, Triangle Génération Humanitaire (TGH) Program Support […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraqi Kurdistan
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraqi Kurdistan: Country Director, Action contre la Faim - ACF International Deputy Country Director, Action contre la Faim - ACF International A Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Head of Department, Action contre la Faim - ACF International Business Development and Fundraising Coordinator, Oxfam Capacity Building […]
Alliant wins $36m Iraqi Defense Deal
Alliant Techsystems Inc. has been awarded a $36,570,512 firm-fixed-price modification (P00045) to contract FA8106-16-C-0004 that exercises Option Year Three for contractor logistic support. This contract provides the Iraqi Air Force's Cessna 208 fleet and the 208/172 Trainer fleet with contractor logistic support. Work will be performed in Iraq and is expected to be completed Dec. […]
How to get a Loan In Baghdad: 30% Interest, Repaid in 3 Mths
This article was originally published by Niqash. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. By Ibrahim Saleh. How To Get A Loan In Baghdad - At 30% Interest, Repaid In 3 Months It’s tough to get a loan from Iraq’s undeveloped banking sector unless […]