By John Lee. Baghdad's first general hospital in nearly 40 years, Al-Shaab General Hospital, was been inaugurated on Saturday by Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani. The 246-bed facility, a long-stalled project now completed under a joint management model, is equipped with modern infrastructure, advanced medical equipment, and comprehensive healthcare services. During the opening ceremony, the […]
By John Lee. Minister of Transport, Razzaq Muhibis Al-Saadawi, announced a detailed strategy to revitalize Iraq's railway network, emphasizing the ministry's commitment to restoring and upgrading its infrastructure. Key Developments in Iraq's Railway Network: Reopened Lines After Long-Term Closures: Baghdad-Fallujah Line: Reopened after a 5-year suspension. Silo Al-Sharqat Line (Mosul): Reopened after 30 years of […]
By John Lee. The Iranian Minister of Science, Research, and Technology, Hussein Simayi Sarraf, has reportedly expressed Iran's readiness to collaborate with Iraq in establishing joint science and technology parks, following a request from Iraqi higher education officials to benefit from Iran's expertise in this field. According to Iran's state-run Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA). […]
By John Lee. Iraqi Airways has officially added Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), as a new destination. The inaugural flight from Baghdad International Airport to Sharjah International Airport took off on Thursday, marking the start of regular service. There will be three flights per week, on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday. (Source: Ministry of […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Oil has announced finalised oil export volumes for November, but has again not disclosed the value of oil exports for the month. This continues the practice of delayed or missing oil export data from the Ministry. Total exports of crude oil: 98,869,824 barrels. Exports from the oil fields in […]
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani launched the construction of Nineveh Central Stadium, also known as the Local Administration Stadium, and an accompanying indoor sports hall in Mosul on Sunday. Key Highlights of the Project: Enhanced Capacity: Prime Minister Al-Sudani directed revisions to the stadium's design to increase spectator capacity to over 15,000 […]
By John Lee. The ninth session of the Omani-Iraqi Joint Committee has taken place in Baghdad, chaired by Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi and Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Dr. Fuad Hussein. Two Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during the session to solidify bilateral cooperation: Political Consultations: An agreement between the […]
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani today inaugurated the riverfront rehabilitation project in the historic old city of western Mosul on Sunday. The initiative marks a vital step in rebuilding the region and erasing the impact of terrorism while serving the residents of Nineveh Province. The visit also coincides with the seventh anniversary […]
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani conducted a detailed field inspection today at Mosul International Airport during his visit to Nineveh Province. He evaluated the ongoing construction work, including the airport's runway and terminals, and noted that the project has reached over 80% completion. During the inspection, the Prime Minister met with representatives […]
By John Lee. The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Iraq and the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Iraq Office have renewed their longstanding partnership, reaffirming their commitment to supporting Iraq's socio-economic development. Backed by funding from the Government of Japan (GoJ) and JICA, this partnership builds on over 15 years of cooperation with the […]
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani inaugurated the construction of Phase One of the North Thermal Power Plant in Nineveh Province on Sunday, during his visit to the region. According to his office, this marks a significant milestone in Iraq's efforts to strengthen its power infrastructure and revive critical projects. Project Overview: Capacity: […]
By John Lee. The Iraqi Private Banks League (IPBL) has signed a cooperation agreement with Frankfurt School of Finance and Management in Germany, aiming to enhance collaboration in training, consultancy, and academic activities. The agreement is part of the Public Finances and Financial Markets in Iraq (FFM) project, organized by the German Corporation for International […]
