The Central Bank of Iraq announced that digital financial exchanges have exceeded 200 trillion dinars, with 5.6 million employees now using digital cards. The government has collected seven trillion dinars in eight months through the system.
Iraq has overtaken other producers to become OPEC’s second-largest oil producer, according to the organization’s latest production data. With over 4.15 million barrels per day, Iraq continues to play a key role in meeting global energy demand
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani reaffirmed that Iraq’s parliamentary elections will be held as scheduled. He stressed that elections are the cornerstone of democracy and that abandoning them would open the way for corruption.
The Coordination Framework reaffirmed its commitment to holding Iraq’s parliamentary elections on November 11, 2025. Members emphasized creating a favorable environment to ensure fair and transparent elections.
IHEC has banned premature publicity before September 15. Any candidate or party violating the rule will face legal action.
Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia al-Sudani says investment in Iraq has reached $100 billion in two years, with plans to further boost the economy. He stressed the role of the private sector and foreign capital in driving growth.
IHEC announced that 788 candidates have been expelled and 53 reinstated following appeals, with the total number of candidates now at 7,734 ahead of the November 11 elections.
PUK and KDP have secured 18 new senior diplomatic posts in Baghdad. Critics say the parties block salaries in Kurdistan while gaining power in Iraq.
The Iraqi Ministry of Education announced plans to open 500 new schools across the country to meet growing student numbers and improve learning conditions. The project aims to reduce reliance on multi-shift schools and enhance educational quality.
The Iraqi Minister of Higher Education announced that public and private universities now host 10 artificial intelligence colleges. The initiative aims to align education with global standards and prepare graduates for the labor market.
The Iraqi Presidency has denounced the Israeli strike on Hamas leaders in Qatar, calling it a violation of international law and a threat to regional stability. It reaffirmed Iraq’s full support for Doha and urged global action.
Iraq’s non-oil revenues reached 7.18 trillion dinars in 2024, up from 420 billion in 2023, driven by reforms expanding the tax base and e-payments.
The Iraqi Interior Ministry rejected rumors that the national card system was hacked, stressing that the advanced security system makes such a breach impossible.
IHEC has expelled 751 candidates over criminal, corruption, and legal cases; the final list will be approved in October.
Iraq has launched electronic registration for families to receive kerosene, while the KRG has not distributed subsidized oil in 12 years.
Iraqi FM Fuad Hussein says talks between Erbil and Baghdad on non-oil revenues have made “great progress” and an agreement is expected soon. Committees will finalize their work by Monday, with reports to the Council of Ministers on Tuesday. The KRG has not yet delivered a single barrel of oil to Baghdad.
The Iraqi Embassy in Russia denied reports that 5,000 Iraqis are fighting in Ukraine, calling the claims propaganda. It emphasized there are no official Iraqi representatives in Russia and warned against misleading actions.
Prime Minister Sudani said Iraq’s oil reserves total 150 billion barrels and production will keep increasing, with exports expected to continue for another 120 years. He invited oil companies to invest in the country’s energy sector.
An Iraqi financial source denied reports that Baghdad demanded 100% of Kurdistan Region’s domestic revenue, clarifying only 50% is required under the signed agreement. The source said salaries depend on the Region’s compliance and accurate revenue data.
Iraq’s Customs Authority says revenues reached 1.7 trillion dinars so far in 2025 and could rise to three trillion by year’s end, boosted by reforms and a new advance declaration system starting December 1.