Erbil "One of the Best Places to go in Asia"
By John Lee. Condé Nast Traveler has listed Erbil as one of its best places to go in Asia in 2026. Describing it as "a calm spot in a volatile region," the author says it's, "a place rich in cultural heritage and natural beauty, with an ethnically diverse population proud of its Kurdish identity." Click […]
Iraq and Turkey Resume Negotiations on Pipeline Agreement
By John Lee. Iraq and Turkey have resumed negotiations on a new agreement for transporting crude oil through the Iraq-Turkey Pipeline (ITP), following a meeting in Ankara. Talks were held between the Iraqi Ministry of Oil and the Turkish Ministry of Energy and Natural Resources, led respectively by the Iraqi Deputy Minister for Extraction and […]
CBI to Support Dinar Stability
By John Lee. The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) has issued a statement clarifying the objectives and functions of its Investment Department: [See also: CBI Instructions for Exchanging Dinars and CBI Denies Dinar Revaluation Rumours as Inflation Falls] Objectives To mitigate risks associated with the investment of foreign reserves whilst achieving acceptable returns thereon. To […]
US Delegation discusses Investment in Iraqi Kurdistan
By John Lee. KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani has received a delegation from the United States-Kurdistan Business Council (USKBC), led by its President, David Tafuri. At the start of the meeting, Tafuri congratulated the Prime Minister on the successful outcome of the Iraqi parliamentary elections and outlined the purpose of the delegation's visit. Prime Minister […]
Iraqi-French Business Forum 2025
By John Lee. The Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC) held a series of meetings in Paris as part of the Iraqi-French Business Forum 2025, engaging with major French companies and institutions to strengthen economic and investment cooperation. The delegation visited the Innovation Hub of Schneider Electric to review technologies in energy management, digital systems, and smart […]
Iraqi Telecoms Deal raises Security Concerns
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. PMU's economic arm under pressure as Iraq telecoms deal sparks ire Iraq has been shaken by claims that Iran-backed armed groups are aiming to gain control of the country's data network. The full […]
Flynas launches Flights between Madinah and Baghdad
By John Lee. Saudi carrier Flynas has announced the launch of a new direct service connecting Madinah (MED) and Baghdad (BGW), with flights commencing on 6 December. The route will operate twice weekly, providing improved travel options for pilgrims and other passengers moving between the two cities. The new service forms part of Flynas' regional […]
Lukoil in talks with Iraqi PM as US issues Sanctions Waiver
By John Lee. The United States has issued a sanctions waiver allowing continued operations related to Russia's Lukoil until 13th December, following restrictions imposed earlier this month. Lukoil said on 14th November that it is in negotiations with several potential buyers for its international assets, adding that a deal will be announced once agreements and […]
Iraq's Election: Outcomes and Next Steps
By James Jeffrey and David Schenker, for the Washington Institute for Near East Policy. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq's Election: Outcomes and Next Steps Sudani did very well at the ballot box, but the peculiarities of Iraq's long government formation […]
Final Results of Iraqi Election (By Governorate)
By John Lee. Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has just announced the final results of the 2025 parliamentary election (see below). It is understood that there is no significant difference to the preliminary results already published. Results by governorate (Arabic): Anbar Babil Baghdad Basra Dhi Qar Diyala Duhok Erbil Karbala Kirkuk Missan (Maysan) Muthanna […]
Final Results of Iraqi Election (By Party)
By John Lee. Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has published the final results of the 2025 parliamentary election, by party. Click here to download the full report (Arabic). (Source: IHEC)
Final Results of Iraqi Election (By Candidate)
By John Lee. Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) has published the final results of the 2025 parliamentary election, by candidate. Click here to download the full 402-page report (Arabic). (Source: IHEC)