Tag Archives | Muhammad Shia al-Sudani

Riverfront Rehabilitation in Mosul's Old City

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 […]

Mosul International Airport to Open on 10th June

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 […]

Construction Starts at North Thermal Power Plant in Nineveh

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: […]

Iraq, Spain sign 4 MoUs

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani and his Spanish counterpart, Pedro Sánchez, have overseen the signing of four joint memoranda of understanding (MoUs): A memorandum of understanding for legal cooperation and exchange of expertise between Iraq's Ministry of Justice and Spain's Ministry of the Presidency, Justice, and Relations with Legislative Councils. A […]

Spanish Rail Company to Expand Operations in Iraq?

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met on Friday with a delegation from Consultrans, a Madrid-based company specialising in railway projects; Consultrans is part of the Imathia Group. The Prime Minister emphasized the importance of Spanish companies investing in Iraq, highlighting the confidence Iraqi authorities have in Spanish firms, as reflected in […]

Iraq Seeks Defense Collaboration with Leading Spanish Firms

By John Lee. During his to visit to Spain this week Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani held discussions with representatives from Rheinmetall Expal, Indra, and Airbus. Rheinmetall Expal Munitions describes itself as, "a world-renowned ammunition and armament manufacturer specialised in artillery ammunition, mortar and medium calibre rounds as well as fuzes and rocket propulsion systems." […]

200 Masters Scholarships for Iraqi Students in Tourism

By John Lee. UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) Secretary-General, Zurab Pololikashvili, met with Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani during is visit to Madrid, to discuss strategies for revitalizing Iraq's tourism industry. The talks emphasized Iraq's rich religious, archaeological, and natural heritage, aligning with the government's goal to attract global visitors and drive economic growth. […]

Russian Ministers discuss Energy and AI with Iraqi PM

By John Lee. A high-level Russian delegation visited Iraq today (Tuesday), meeting with Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani. Delegates included: Alexander Novak, Russian Deputy Prime Minister; Sergei Tsivilev, Russian Energy Minister; Mikhail Bogdanov, Russian Presidential Envoy to the Middle East and North Africa; Pavel Sorokin, Russia's First Deputy Minister of Energy. Discussions focussed on, "energy, […]

Iraqi PM launches first National Census since 1987

By John Lee. As Iraq enters curfew for the two-day duration of its long-awaited census, Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani made the following points in a speech marking the event: A significant developmental and civilizational milestone begins tomorrow with the commencement of the general population and housing census, marking 37 years since the last comprehensive […]

Iraqi PM replaces Anti-Corruption Chief

By John Lee. Judge Haider Hanoun (pictured) has been replaced as head of Iraq's Commission of Integrity. According to a statement from the Prime Minister's Office, the position will be filled by Mr. Mohammed Ali Al-Lami, the longest-serving Director General at the Commission. Hanoun was appointed to the role in November 2022, following the resignation […]

Iraqi PM Suspends "Unlawful" increase in Real Estate Transfer Tax

By John Lee. Iraq's Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, has ordered the suspension of a recent tax hike on real estate transfers. According to a statement from the Prime Minister's office, the increase was issued by the Director General of the General Tax Authority without approval from the High Committee for Tax Reform, and it […]