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Iraq to adjust for Oil Over-Production

By John Lee. The Iraqi Ministry of Oil has reiterated its commitment to voluntary production cuts in support of initiatives by OPEC+ member states to maintain stability and balance in the oil market. Despite reports of regional production outside of coordination and agreement with the federal government, the Ministry says it has taken proactive measures […]

SalamAir Opens New Office in Baghdad

By John Lee. Oman-based low-cost airline SalamAir has opened a new office in Baghdad. His Excellency Hamed Ahmed Eidroos, Ambassador of Oman in Iraq, attended the event at the Al Asal Building, 14th Ramadan St. Al Mansour district, and highlighted the historic significance of SalamAir's arrival in Baghdad. After a 20-year hiatus in direct flights […]

KRG PM Hosts Banking Leaders

By John Lee. The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has held a meeting with a delegation from the banking sector, including Jordan Kuwait Bank and the Bank of Baghdad. According to a statement from the KRG, the meeting focused on potential collaborations and projects to enhance the banking infrastructure and spur economic […]

Navigating Social Norms to Empower Iraq's Female Workforce

By Soraya El-Khalil and Tala Ismail, for the World Bank. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Navigating social norms to empower Iraq's female workforce As we mark International Women's Day this month, we spotlight the main hurdles to women's labor force participation […]

Is Iraqi Federalism Under Threat?

By Hamzeh Hadad, for 1001 Iraqi Thoughts. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Is Iraqi Federalism Under Threat? The Federal Supreme Court (FSC) has issued multiple rulings that impact the nature of the relationship between the federal government in Baghdad and the […]

Launch of Iraqi Climate Change Advisory Group

Mr. Nizar Amidi, Minister of Environment, and Mr. Ghulam Mohammad Isaczai, the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nation, Resident Coordinator, and Humanitarian Coordinator in Iraq (DSRSG/RC/HC), have launched the Iraq Environment and Climate Change Policy Advisory Group in Baghdad. The Group will serve as an informal platform to foster policy dialogue, […]

Red Crescent Iraq Plan, 2024-2025

From the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC): The Iraqi Red Crescent Society is an independent, volunteer-based organization that works to alleviate the suffering of Iraq's most vulnerable communities. The Iraqi Red Crescent Society was established in 1932 and admitted to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies […]

Why Sunni autonomy is back on the agenda in Iraq

From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Why Sunni autonomy is back on the agenda in Iraq Calls for the establishment of an autonomous Sunni region have recently resurfaced in Iraq, reigniting longstanding grievances between major political actors. The full […]

Iraq Bans PKK as Security Ties with Turkey Gain Momentum

By Ezgi Akin for Al Monitor. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq bans PKK as security ties with Turkey gain momentum The decision comes after the high-level talks between Turkish and Iraqi officials in Baghdad. Click here to read the full […]

Iraq's Development Road: Geopolitics, Rentierism, and Border Connectivity

By Harith Hasan, for Carnegie Middle East Center. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq's Development Road: Geopolitics, Rentierism, and Border Connectivity Iraq's Development Road project aims to create an Iraqi transborder transportation network connecting the Persian Gulf with Türkiye. This […]