In Iraqi Kurdistan, Exam Questions Sold for $100
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 Saman Omer. In Iraqi Kurdistan, Final Exam Questions Sold for $100, Posted On Facebook As Iraqi Kurdish students prepared to take final exams, many found they could read all […]
Iraq Wheat Purchases "Below Target"
By John Lee. Iraq has reportedly bought 1.75 million tonnes of domestic wheat so far this season. According to the report from Reuters, the is well below a trade ministry's target of 2.5 million tonnes. The wheat purchasing season began on 16th April and is expected to last until the end of June. (Source: Reuters)
Water Shortages: Iraq Bans planting of Rice, Corn
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Water Resources has reportedly banned farmers from planting rice and corn, due to increasing shortages in the country. According to Reuters, Minister Hassan al-Janabi (pictured) has decided to prioritise drinking water, industry and the growing of vegetables. The Agriculture Ministry is said to be embarrassed about the decision, especially […]
Angelina Jolie visits Domiz Refugee Camp
Statement by UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie at Domiz refugee camp in Iraq In my country, when we speak of the Middle East we often focus on conflict and human suffering. And it is true that countless families in Iraq, Syria, Libya and Yemen are suffering from conflict they personally have no part in, instability […]
GardaWorld Weekly Security Report
GardaWorld, a global leader in comprehensive security and risk management, has made its weekly security report available to Iraq Business News readers. Prepared by GardaWorld's Risk Analysis Team in Iraq, this essential report includes short- and medium-term outlooks on the security situation, reports and commentary on recent significant events, and a detailed overview of developments […]
Covering Corruption "Exposes Journalists to Arrest"
Reporters Without Borders (RSF) has condemned the arrests to which two investigative reporters have been subjected in different parts of Iraq in the past few days in connection with their coverage of corruption, and calls for an end to the harassment of these journalists. The latest victim was Mostafa Hamed, a reporter based in Fallujah, […]
“Forget the Donations, Stupid”: New Dynamics in Funding Reconstruction
By Ahmed Tabaqchali (pictured), CIO of Asia Frontier Capital (AFC) Iraq Fund. This article was originally published in the Marsh to Mountain blog. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. “Forget the Donations, Stupid”: New dynamics in funding the reconstruction of Iraq Key […]
Investment Opportunity: Pharmaceutical Plant in Samarra
By John Lee. The National Investment Commission (NIC), and the State Company for Drugs and Medical Appliances, have announced an opportunity to invest in the rehabilitation, modernization and operation of the Samarra drugs plant. In a statement, the NIC said: "It invites reliable Arab and foreign companies directly or their agents – not mediator or […]
Iraq Stock Market Report
Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (week ending: 14th June 2018). Note: ISX will be closed starting from June 17, 2018 to June 19, 2018 due to the religious holiday of Eid Al-Fitr. The next trading session will be held on Wednesday (June 20, 2018). Please click here to download a […]
UN Security Council extends UNAMI Mandate
The UN Security Council has extended the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) by 10 months until 31 May 2019, adopting a streamlined text that would advance the Mission’s role in the Middle East nation’s post‑conflict reconstruction and reconciliation. Unanimously adopting resolution 2421 (2018), the Council decided that the Special Representative of the Secretary‑General and UNAMI […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraq
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraq: Fleet Logistic Assistant, International Rescue Committee (IRC) Senior Area Coordinator, International Rescue Committee (IRC) Safe Return Project Manager, Heartland Alliance for Human Needs Deputy Head of Office - Programmes, Save the Children Health Program Manager, Save the Children Senior Electoral Officer, UNAMI - […]
New Career Opportunities in Iraqi Kurdistan
By John Lee. The United Nations has advertised new positions in Iraqi Kurdistan: Driver & Logistics Clerk, UNAMI - United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq Information Management Expert, UNAMI - United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq Information Management Associate, UNAMI - United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq Human Resources Assistant, UNAMI - United Nations Assistance […]