Iraq’s Finance Ministry has contracted global firms, including Ernst & Young, to evaluate public insurance companies. The aim is to provide recommendations for restructuring and performance enhancement based on international standards.
IHEC announces Nineveh, Baghdad, and Erbil among top provinces for biometric card renewal as Iraq prepares for upcoming elections.
Iraq has collected 1.5 million tons of wheat from the south, with production expected to rise in other regions. The Ministry of Commerce aims for six million tons to reach self-sufficiency.
A fire erupted at Iraq’s largest oil refinery in Beji after an explosion in one of its units. Firefighters contained the blaze, and investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Deputy FM Hisham Alawi said Iraq’s stable political climate can foster job creation and regional cooperation. Iraq also proposed a major fund to support Palestine and aid Arab countries in crisis.
President Sisi urged Trump to help mediate a Gaza ceasefire, stressing Arab unity at the Baghdad summit. He called the Palestinian crisis dire and emphasized Egypt's role in peace efforts.
PM advisor Aeed Hilali said Iraq’s upcoming elections could bring change, with financial and political problems expected to be resolved. He emphasized efforts to settle Baghdad-Erbil issues and resume oil exports swiftly.
At the Arab Summit in Baghdad, Iraq reiterated its support for regional security and the rights of the Palestinian people. Leaders gathered to discuss urgent challenges and strategic priorities for the Arab world.
Prime Minister Sudani reaffirmed that Iraq prioritizes the interests of its people and supports Arab unity on key regional issues. The Arab Summit continues in Baghdad amid high-level discussions on Palestine, Syria, and development.
The 34th Arab Summit began in Baghdad with leaders from 22 Arab countries and other delegations. The summit will focus on regional crises, including Gaza and Syria, and aims to shape a new strategic vision.
Prime Minister Sudani stated that the Arab summit in Baghdad aims to unify Arab nations and shape a strategic vision for regional stability. He confirmed the Palestinian issue will be a top priority at the summit.
Baghdad will host the 34th Arab Summit on November 17, with full security and logistical preparations in place. Iraqi Prime Minister Sudani hinted the final statement may include unexpected developments.
The Iraqi government has formed a committee to implement the law canceling Revolutionary Command Council decisions. The move aims to return over 300,000 acres of land to Kurdish and Turkmen farmers.
The Iraqi Election Commission has set May 25, 2025, as the final deadline for candidate registration. So far, 106 parties, 10 individual lists, and seven coalitions have expressed interest in participating.
Prime Minister Sudani said President Trump’s visits to Saudi Arabia and Qatar will directly influence the Arab summit in Baghdad. He expressed hope that the meetings will help restore stability in key regional conflict areas.
The Iraqi Independent High Election Commission has registered 3.6 million new voters ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections. The effort targets young citizens born between 2004 and 2007 through biometric registration campaigns.
Iraq has welcomed the lifting of sanctions on Syria, viewing the move as a boost to regional peace efforts. Baghdad reiterated its support for Syria’s unity and emphasized that its stability is key to Iraq’s security.
The Central Bank of Iraq says supplying dollars at the official rate has strengthened the dinar. The dollar has dropped 15% against the dinar this year amid reduced black-market reliance.
Iraq’s Election Commission says it is fully prepared to hold the parliamentary elections on November 11. The process will follow the amended Election Law No. 12 of 2018.
The Iraqi Federal Court rejected a complaint against Halabja’s provincial status, confirming the law’s legality. The court found no grounds to suspend the parliament’s decision made on April 14, 2025.