By John Lee. Texas-based law firm Vinson and Elkins has received more than $2.6 million for its role as legal advisor to Iraq's Ministry of Oil in the United States. According to documents filed under the US's Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA), the sum relates to the six-month period to the end of January. The […]
Remarks for the Ambassador's Keynote Speech at the Iraq Oil and Gas Show Saturday, February 18, 10:45 a.m. (Babylon Rotana Hotel) I have recently returned from Washington, D.C. where we had the privilege of hosting Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein and his 15-member delegation. This visit was historic. It was the first Higher Coordinating Committee that […]
By John Lee. The Industrial Cities Authority, affiliated to the Ministry of Industry and Minerals, held a meeting with the South Korean company TRAC Development Group to discuss establishment of an industrial city in Habbaniyah. Both sides sought to enhance communication and exchange of experiences with countries that are capable of managing industrial cities. The […]
By Simon Watkins for the OilPrice.com. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. China Makes Big Moves To Secure Iraqi Oil Whilst the U.S. and its allies appear to be taking a subtle approach to advancing their remaining interests in Iraq, as hinted […]
U.S. Ambassador to Iraq Alina Romanowski's Remarks Virtual Roundtable Discussion with the U.S.-Iraq Business Council January 31, 2023 I am pleased to meet with members of the U.S.-Iraq Business Council. You represent some of the finest companies in the United States, and some of you know Iraq very well. Let me begin by providing a […]
By Andrew Parasiliti for Al Monitor. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraqi foreign minister: It's in Iraq's interest to help reduce US-Iran tensions In exclusive interview with Al-Monitor, Fuad Hussein discusses US-Iraq economic relations, regional economic integration, and sanctions on […]
By John Lee. The Office of Security Cooperation-Iraq (OSC-I) at the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad has been working with the Iraqi Ministry of Defense to convert the entire fleet of the Iraqi Army Aviation Command (IqAAC) to U.S.-produced aircraft in order to simplify parts acquisition, maintenance, and training. This quarter, the U.S. Central Command (USCENTCOM) […]
By John Lee. US bakery and café chain Cinnabon has reportedly entered the Iraqi market. According to World Coffee Portal, the Focus Brands-owned operator has opened a store in Baghdad's Al Jadiriyah neighbourhood. Founded in Seattle in 1985, Cinnabon currently operates more than 1,600 franchise locations worldwide, primarily in high-traffic venues such as shopping malls, […]
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By Adam Lucente for Al Monitor. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Trilateral Biden-Abdullah-Sudani call reiterated support for Iraq The Iraqi prime minister also discussed Iraq's economic situation with the president as the dinar continues to slide against the dollar. Jordan's […]
Readout of President Biden's Call with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani of Iraq President Joe Biden spoke on Friday with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani of Iraq to reaffirm U.S. commitment to Iraq and consult on regional developments. The President reaffirmed the U.S. commitment to the Strategic Framework Agreement with Iraq and commended the Prime […]
By John Lee. US-based Sallyport Global Holdings, part of the Caliburn International group, has been awarded a $235,608,052 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00003) to previously awarded contract FA8630-22-C-6006 for base operations support, base life support and security services in support of the Iraq F-16 program. The contract modification is for an additional 12 months of service being […]
