The upcoming IBBC Education Conference will focus on Iraq's higher education strategy, particularly in skills development and training. As Iraq’s economy diversifies and modernizes, education is becoming a crucial topic to support the country’s growing ambitions and harness the potential of its young population.
With Iraq's population rapidly increasing, there is a pressing need to create jobs, and skills training...
Iraqi gifted students have earned a bronze medal at the Fourth Arab Mathematics Olympiad held in Qatar, the Ministry of Education announced Monday.
Competing against teams from across the Arab world, the four-member Iraqi team secured third place, demonstrating their mathematical prowess. The ministry, in a statement, noted that this was the team's first participation in the five-day competition, with...
The 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) officially opened its doors on Tuesday in Baku, Azerbaijan, marking a significant moment in global climate action. Iraq is among the nations participating in this crucial summit, sending a high-level delegation led by President Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid.
This year's COP, held in...
Baghdad Faces Ongoing Struggles with Flooding and Poor Infrastructure
Baghdad has been dealing with a growing sense of frustration as heavy rains caused widespread flooding across the city. The streets, alleys, and even homes and businesses were overwhelmed by the sudden rainfall, sparking public outcry over the government's failure to address the issue.
The flooding of major streets in Baghdad,...
The Green Iraq Observatory issued a warning Thursday about the pervasive presence of over 20 highly dangerous chemicals in everyday Iraqi life. These chemicals, found in products ranging from pesticides and plastics to food additives and processed oils, pose significant health risks.
The Observatory highlighted the dangers of specific chemicals, including pesticides, persistent organic pollutants, plastic components, fire retardants, cadmium,...
The Ministry of Oil announced on Tuesday that Iraq has officially started exporting jet fuel from its ports.
Hamid Younis, the Ministry's Undersecretary for Refining Affairs, shared that jet fuel exports have begun at a rate of 800-1,000 tons per day. He also confirmed that the jet fuel produced in Iraq meets international standards and specifications.
Younis called this move a...
The World Bank's recent release of the Business Ready 2024 Report offers a comprehensive analysis of the business environment in various countries, including Iraq. This annual report evaluates key factors that are critical to creating a conducive economic landscape for both local and international businesses. Iraq’s inclusion in this report reflects the country’s ongoing efforts to stabilize and improve its business...
The World Bank confirmed on Thursday that Iraq is undergoing a significant transformation in improving its business environment and public services, making the country more competitive on a global scale.
The Ministry of Finance released a statement following the World Bank’s Business Ready 2024 (B-READY) report, which highlighted Iraq’s progress in key areas like regulatory frameworks, public services, and operational efficiency. According...
Rafidain Bank announced on Tuesday the launch of its new system to combat money laundering and terrorist financing (AML/CFT), marking a significant step in strengthening the country's financial security.
The bank issued a report detailing the stages of its efforts to combat money laundering and terrorist financing. The measures include improving customer account opening procedures, updating customer information, and implementing...
On Sunday, Minister of Trade Athir Dawood Al-Ghurairi reaffirmed the Iraqi government's commitment to enhancing political, economic, commercial, and investment cooperation with Egypt.
Al-Ghurairi chaired a preparatory meeting with members of the Iraqi delegation for the upcoming third session of the Iraqi-Egyptian Joint High Committee, scheduled to take place in Baghdad in January next year. The meeting focused on reviewing...