Iraq and Libya discuss Economic Cooperation
Iraq’s Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has met with Libya’s Government of National Unity envoy Al-Taher Salem Al-Baour and his accompanying delegation. During the meeting,…
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Iraq Is Digitising Payments. What Should Come After the Payment?
Iraq’s payments system is changing faster than many people expected. A country once known for heavy dependence on cash is now seeing rapid growth…
Review of Iraq Development Management System (IDMS)
Iraq’s Ministry of Planning has held a meeting to discuss improving and activating the Iraq Development Management System (IDMS), a digital platform designed to…
Nineveh Council: Mosul Dam is safe and its water reserves are at their highest level in years.
Mosul Provincial Council confirmed on Tuesday that the Mosul Dam remains safe and stable, with its water level reaching the highest point seen in…
Reassurances far removed from reality… Employee salaries enter a difficult phase as the ninth month approaches
Iraqis are closely watching their phones and ATMs as the end of the month approaches, waiting for news about salary payments. Many employees are…
Emirati-Iraqi Business Council Discusses Investment Opportunities
Iraq is continuing efforts to attract foreign investment, with officials from the Ministry of Trade meeting representatives of the Emirati-Iraqi Business Council to discuss…
Iraq-Czech Business Council Proposed to Boost Trade
Iraq and the Czech Republic are working to strengthen economic and trade cooperation following discussions between officials from Iraq's Ministry of Trade and representatives…
After reserves fell to $77.5 billion, a congressman warned of a financial crisis.
MP Mahmoud al-Shammari has warned that Iraq could face a significant financial challenge if current economic conditions persist, pointing to declining foreign currency reserves…
Reconstruction and Development: Agreement between the framework and the government to return the Popular Mobilization Forces retirement law to parliament
A parliamentary source from the Reconstruction and Development Bloc said a final agreement has reportedly been reached between the Coordination Framework and the Iraqi…
Iraqi oil continues to flow through the Strait of Hormuz to global markets
Shipping data indicates that Iraqi oil exports continue to move normally through regional maritime routes despite ongoing concerns about navigation in the Gulf. According…
Minister meets with Shanghai Electric re Power Projects
Iraq's Ministry of Electricity has reviewed progress on major combined-cycle power generation projects being developed in four central provinces: Najaf, Karbala, Diwaniyah, and Babil.…
A slight decrease in the dollar exchange rate in Baghdad and Erbil.
The Iraqi dinar strengthened slightly against the U.S. dollar on Sunday as exchange rates declined in both Baghdad and Erbil compared with the previous…
Nineveh Provincial Council denies concerns about Mosul Dam: It is in excellent condition
Iraq’s Nineveh Provincial Council has dismissed recent rumors questioning the safety of the Mosul Dam, stressing that the facility remains stable and is operating…
An economist explains the government’s options for securing funding.
Iraqi economic expert Safwan Qusay says the government is exploring several options to manage expenses and ease financial pressure as lower oil exports continue…
Iran announces deposit of $7.5 billion in oil revenues into the central bank
Iran’s Central Bank announced that the Ministry of Oil has deposited $7.5 billion into its official account, representing revenue from oil exports and foreign-currency…
Iraq “Records $16bn Budget Deficit in 1H 2026”
Iraq recorded a budget deficit of more than 21 trillion Iraqi dinars, or roughly $16 billion, during the first half of 2026, according to…
Sanctions Reshape Economic Model of Iraq’s Armed Groups
Growing US pressure on the financial networks of armed groups in Iraq is not necessarily reducing their influence. Instead, many analysts believe these measures…
The Popular Mobilization Forces laws are on the doorstep of Parliament… Will the page of obstruction be turned?
The debate over laws related to Iraq’s Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) has entered a new stage, with renewed efforts to move long-delayed legislation forward…
Basra crude rises to $83 a barrel
Iraq’s crude oil prices ended the week higher, recording strong gains alongside rising global oil markets. Basra Heavy crude climbed to $79.89 per barrel,…
Gold climbs past 1M IQD in Baghdad and Erbil
Gold prices remained near the one million IQD mark per mithqal in Baghdad and Erbil on Saturday, according to local market data. In Baghdad’s…
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