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Iraq Records Rising Imports and Falling Exports as China Trade Surplus Narrows Sharply

Iraq-China trade became more imbalanced in 2025 as imports increased and export revenues declined. This shift reshaped the overall trade relationship between Iraq and China. Official data from...

Iraq Growth Outlook 2026: IMF Forecasts Top 5 Arab Economy with Steady Expansion Through 2030

Iraq growth outlook gains strong momentum as new forecasts point to steady expansion and rising global standing. On Monday, the International Monetary Fund highlighted Iraq’s improving...

Iraq Records Rising Imports and Falling Exports as China Trade Surplus Narrows Sharply

Iraq-China trade became more imbalanced in 2025 as imports increased and export revenues declined. This shift reshaped the overall trade relationship between Iraq and China. Official data from...

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Iraq Records Rising Imports and Falling Exports as China Trade Surplus Narrows Sharply

Iraq-China trade became more imbalanced in 2025 as imports increased and export revenues declined. This shift reshaped the overall trade relationship between Iraq and China. Official data from...

UK Iraq Deal Strengthens Economic, Energy, and Infrastructure Cooperation Between London and Baghdad

The UK Iraq Deal drives a major economic shift between London and Baghdad. In addition, both governments announced a $15 billion trade and investment...

Iraq Growth Outlook 2026: IMF Forecasts Top 5 Arab Economy with Steady Expansion Through 2030

Iraq growth outlook gains strong momentum as new forecasts point to steady expansion and rising global standing. On Monday, the International Monetary Fund highlighted Iraq’s improving...

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Contractors Financial Dues Receive Prime Minister Attention

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani confirmed that he is actively addressing contractors' financial dues across Iraq. In particular, the announcement followed a Wednesday meeting...

Iraq Foreign Reserves Reach 108 Billion

Iraq foreign reserves rose to 108 billion dollars, signaling improved financial stability for the country. Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani announced the increase during...

Dollar Rates Slip in Baghdad and Erbil Markets

Dollar rates fell in Baghdad and Erbil on Tuesday, signaling modest adjustments in Iraq’s currency market. Consequently, traders monitored the change closely, because dollar...

Syria Iraq Meet to Strengthen Border Crossings and Cooperation

Damascus, Dec. 15, 2025 – Officials from Syria and Iraq met on Monday to enhance Syria Iraq cooperation. They focused on improving border crossings...

Gold Prices Surge Across Baghdad and Erbil

Gold prices surge in Baghdad and Erbil on Monday, reflecting increased market demand and global price movements. Traders and investors closely monitored rates as...

Gold Prices Rise in Baghdad and Erbil

Gold prices continued their upward trend in Baghdad and Erbil this weekend, reflecting growing market demand. Investors and traders are closely watching the market,...

Iraq Wins $120 Million Legal Battle

Baghdad — Iraq achieved a major legal victory on Sunday, saving the government approximately $120 million. This legal victory comes after years of litigation...

US Dollar Rates Show Divergent Trends in Baghdad and Erbil

The US dollar exchange rates edged higher in Baghdad on Wednesday, while they declined slightly in Erbil. The contrasting trends reflect differing market conditions...

Rafidain Bank Abu Dhabi Branch Faces Closure Over Irregularities

Rafidain Bank is under scrutiny as its Abu Dhabi branch faces potential closure after administrative and financial irregularities emerged. Rafidain Bank officials and regulators...

Riyadh Hosts Global Cybersecurity Summit at Black Hat MEA

The Cybersecurity Summit in Riyadh attracted thousands of experts, CISOs, and founders, who gathered to address the evolving cyber threat landscape. The event emphasized...

Diyala Contractors Face $350M Payment Delays Amid Iraq Budget Hold-Up

Contractors in Diyala province, eastern Iraq, face major financial challenges as government institutions owe nearly 500 billion dinars, approximately $350 million, delaying crucial projects...

USD IQD Rates Ease Slightly in Iraq, Offering Short-Term Relief for Importers

USD IQD Rates in Iraq eased on Wednesday, reflecting a mild correction after several days of upward momentum. The movement signals slight relief for...