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Rabia Border Crossing Reopens After 13-Year Closure

By John Lee. The Rabia border crossing between Iraq and Syria has reopened after 13 years, restoring a key trade route between the two countries. The reopening follows the completion of rehabilitation and reconstruction works covering infrastructure and service facilities, reflecting improved security conditions in border areas and a broader push to strengthen regional trade […]

Iraq Moves to Unify Customs Procedures

By John Lee. Iraq has agreed steps to unify customs procedures across all border crossings, including those in the Kurdistan Region, as part of efforts to enhance trade management and public revenues. The decisions were taken during a meeting of the Ministerial Council for the Economy, chaired by Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and attended by […]