News & Announcements

Title	Article source	Post Date
Nasdaq Helps Set Up Iraq Erbil Bourse After Qatar Sale Operations will open a gateway for foreign investors in Iraq, with at least 25 companies listing shares on the Erbil exchange by the end of 2014.	BloombergThu, Oct 3, 2013	Sat, Oct 5, 2013
Sumitomo invests in Iraq car dealer The Japanese company acquired a stake in SAS Automotive Services, Ltd., a subsidiary of Iraq’s largest automotive business.	The Japan TimesThu, Oct 3, 2013	Sat, Oct 5, 2013
Fourth Iraq Mega Project Conference & Expo puts Iraq oilfield needs front and centre The conference held in Dubai gathered together policy makers, investors and key players in Iraq’s oil field production industry.	MENAFNWed, Oct 2, 2013	Sat, Oct 5, 2013
Iraq has considerable untapped growth potential, finds TNS study Many see Iraq as “The next big one,” according to a recent study which unveils a deeper understanding into the Iraqi consumer.	Business Intelligence Middle EastWed, Oct 2, 2013	Sat, Oct 5, 2013
Shell Opens Iraqi Oil Field Marking a milestone for both Iraq and Shell, the oil company recently inaugurated the Majnoon oil field.	The Wall Street JournalSun, Oct 6, 2013	Tue, Oct 8, 2013
Iraq: can a dusty war zone become a golden opportunity? Banks, hotel chains and property developers find corporate bright spots in Iraq.	Financial TimesSun, Oct 6, 2013	Tue, Oct 8, 2013
Embassy of Iraq participates in the Parade of Nations Mrs. Lameis Faily was an honorary guest at the Washington International Club’s annual Fall Tea event, which promotes culture and international diplomacy.		Wed, Oct 9, 2013
Ambassador Faily Participates in Panel Discussion on US Platform in the Middle East The EastWest Institute hosted a panel discussion, 'Towards a thoughtful US platform in the Middle East' for dialogue about the United States' approach in the region.		Sat, Oct 12, 2013
Record 118,000 university students enrolled this year in Iraq The number of students admitted to Iraqi universities is the highest it has been in a decade.	Al-ShorfaTue, Oct 8, 2013	Thu, Oct 17, 2013
Business Rebuilds in a Thriving City in Iraq Enormous construction projects are changing the landscape of Erbil. Among the largest developments is Empire City, a $2.3 billion investment that will make Erbil a haven for Western business.	The New York TimesMon, Oct 14, 2013	Thu, Oct 17, 2013
Trips to Ancient Iraq Steppes Travel, a company specializing in cultural and archaeological tours, will offer trips to Erbil, which is frequently referred to as the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world.	The New York TimesWed, Oct 9, 2013	Fri, Oct 18, 2013
Opportunities for Family Offices in Iraq Iraq's continued economic growth presents new opportunities for individuals interested in frontier investments, an environment that attracts many family offices.	CampdenFBThu, Oct 17, 2013	Tue, Oct 22, 2013
The Reemergence of the Iraqi Scientific Community The establishment of the Iraqi Virtual Science Library, developed in collaboration with the US Departments of State and Defense and the National Academies of Science, fosters knowledge by allowing professionals to conduct research and share their findings with the Iraqi scientific community.	Wired.comFri, Oct 18, 2013	Tue, Oct 22, 2013
US Embassy in Baghdad Hosts Business Roundtable US Ambassador to Iraq Stephen Beecroft held a meeting with multiple American companies currently operating in Iraq.	Embassy of the United States - Baghdad, IraqSun, Oct 20, 2013	Tue, Oct 22, 2013
Ambassador Faily Keynotes Arab-U.S. Policymakers Conference The 22nd annual conference, "Navigating Arab-U.S. Relations: Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities" fostered constructive discussion and debate among distinguished international policymakers; and raised awareness, knowledge, and understanding of the American and Arab people's common interests and concerns.		Wed, Oct 23, 2013
Prime Minister Maliki Arrives in the United States Prime Minister H.E. Mr. Noori al-Maliki has arrived in the United States, where he will meet with President Obama at the White House and other officials in Washington to discuss the importance of the U.S.-Iraq relationship under the SFA; and the current challenges facing Iraq and the region.		Mon, Oct 28, 2013
Musical history: Multi-national project to reconstruct Iraq’s historic golden lyre An Austrian harp maker is reconstructing Mesopotamia’s ancient Golden Lyre of Ur, in hopes of gifting it to the Iraqi people upon completion.	Niqash.orgThu, Oct 24, 2013	Tue, Oct 29, 2013
Prime Minister Maliki to the United States: Have Patience With Us In a New York Times op-ed, Prime Minister Maliki says Iraq seeks more training, education, practice — and patience; and his country wants to walk the road to security, democracy and prosperity with the United States.	The New York TimesTue, Oct 29, 2013	Tue, Oct 29, 2013
Vice President Biden Welcomes Prime Minister Maliki to the U.S. Vice President Joseph Biden welcomed H.E. Prime Minister Noori al-Maliki to the Naval Observatory to discuss bilateral relations.		Wed, Oct 30, 2013
Prime Minister Maliki Visits Capitol Hill H.E. Prime Minister Maliki met with Senator John McCain to discuss the security situation in Iraq; as well as Representatives from the House Foreign Affairs Committee on the challenges facing the region.		Wed, Oct 30, 2013