US, Iraq Collaborate on Electricity and Energy
The U.S. Department of Energy recently conducted a workshop, supported by the SFA, to provide tools and methods for Iraqi engineers to enhance efficiency and safety of electricity distribution.
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Iraq opens 600 new schools in September
As part of a national plan to improve education in the country, Iraq opened 600 new schools last month, with plans for additional schools in the coming months.
Ancient Kingdom Discovered Beneath Mound in Iraq
Archaeologists have discovered an ancient city, with art and cuneiform inscriptions providing a glimpse of a kingdom that flourished between 3,300 and 2,900 years ago.
Iraq to put oil potential on display in Dubai
The fourth annual "Iraq Mega Projects Conference," held this year in Dubai, showcases investment potentials in Iraq's oil sector.
UNHCR head says international community must share burden of Syrian refugees
The UNHCR says host nations need more than an increase in humanitarian aid; they could require financial help, and emergency development assistance for sectors like health, education, housing, water and energy.
Regional Security Boosts Archeology in Northern Iraq
Improved security and historical richness make Iraq's Kurdistan region a haven for foreign archaeologists.
Hill International Urges Contractors to Come to Iraq
The worldwide construction consulting firm headquartered in the United States is encouraging international firms to work in partnership with local Iraqi contractors.
Foreign Minister Receives Call from Secretary of State Kerry
Foreign Minister Hoshyar Zebari discussed bilateral cooperation between Iraq and the United States regarding to Syria during a phone call he received from U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry on September 17, 2013.
Peacebuilding Reality Show for Iraqi Youth Gains Pan-Arab Appeal
Salam Shabab, filmed by Iraqi producers with the support of the United States Institute of Peace, seeks to empower Iraqi teens with the skills and values needed to become next-generation peacebuilders.
Iraq five-year plan will attempt to diversify economy
Iraq’s government will focus on five sectors: building and services, agriculture, education, transport and communications, and energy.
Iraq to Raise Bank Capital To Address Housing Crisis
The governments two banks will run a credit program to help citizens finance private housing projects.
Iraq plans 50 water and sewage projects
The new projects will be open to foreign contractors and coincide with the Iraqi governments steps to facilitate the issue of visas to businessmen.
Iraq to Store Strategic Oil in South Korea
Iraq is one of the top crude suppliers to South Korea. The two countries will sign an agreement for comprehensive cooperation in energy matters, including oil, gas and electricity.
Iraq to refurbish its railways
Iraq's state-owned railways company announces plans to rehabilitate 100 passenger cars, as well as add new locomotives into service that will incorporate modern technology, signifying a leap in the area of rail transport.
Bloom Properties signs contract to develop 'City of the Future' in Baghdad
Bloom Properties has signed a contract with the Iraqi National Investment Commission for the development of the 'City of the Future' in Baghdad, which will host residential units, mosques, sports and social clubs, gardens and green landscapes, retail facilities, kids' nurseries and international schools and clinics and many more public amenities.
Twitter Q & A with Iraq’s Ambassador to the U.S.
Iraq’s Ambassador to the United States, Lukman Faily, responded to questions via Twitter for the first time since officially taking the post in July 2013. Coming on the heels of his recent trip to Baghdad, Ambassador Faily held the Twitter Q & A to discuss Iraq’s role as a critical global partner of the US and a stabilizing force in the Middle East.
After Years Of War, Rebuilding Iraq's Libraries
For the first time in three decades, plans are underway to restore Baghdad's former literary glory with a new library.
Iraq expands refugee camps as Syrians flee violence
The Iraqi government launched an extensive programme to provide free health coverage and distribute food aid, clothes and other items to Syrian refugees in Iraq. Public schools in Iraq will also be open to Syrian students.
Iraq's Majnoon oilfield to begin producing 175,000 bpd next month
Majnoon is one of four giant southern fields vital to Iraq's ambition to at least double output that is now around 3 million bpd.
Business Roundtables with Ambassador Faily Highlight Iraq-U.S. Bilateral Relationship
Ambassador Faily participated in two business roundtables in San Jose and San Diego, California which were organized by the Embassy of Iraq and the U.S. Arab Chamber of Commerce to facilitate dialogue about current and future business opportunities between the two countries.