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Maersk Introduces New Surcharge for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

Maersk surcharge measures have taken effect as the global shipping company introduces new fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The move...

Iraq Banking Moves Closer to a Mobile-First Financial System Through Digital Innovation and Customer-Focused Banking Solutions

Iraq banking continues moving toward a digital future as financial institutions focus on expanding mobile services and increasing customer trust. Iraq banking remains in...

Maersk Introduces New Surcharge for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

Maersk surcharge measures have taken effect as the global shipping company introduces new fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The move...

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Maersk Introduces New Surcharge for Ships Passing Through Strait of Hormuz

Maersk surcharge measures have taken effect as the global shipping company introduces new fees for vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The move...

Iraq Economy Faces Mounting Pressure as War Disrupts Oil Exports

Iraq economy remains under growing pressure as the regional conflict continues to disrupt oil exports and government finances. The latest developments have deepened economic...

Iraq Banking Moves Closer to a Mobile-First Financial System Through Digital Innovation and Customer-Focused Banking Solutions

Iraq banking continues moving toward a digital future as financial institutions focus on expanding mobile services and increasing customer trust. Iraq banking remains in...

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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...

Iraq Gold Prices Remain Stable in Baghdad and Erbil Markets

Iraq Gold Prices remained stable in local markets on Sunday, November 30, 2025, reflecting steady demand and cautious trading. In Baghdad, a survey by Shafaq...

Iraq Market Share Slips as Iran Struggles to Compete

Iran faces rising pressure to protect its Iraq market share. Officials warn that outdated commercial systems and weak planning threaten long-term trade growth. Experts...

Dollar Slips in Baghdad and Erbil

Baghdad/Erbil, Iraq – The US dollar edged lower against the Iraqi dinar on Sunday, signaling minor shifts in Iraq’s currency market. Dollar slips Iraq...

Rafidain Expands AML System to 14 New Branches

Baghdad, Iraq – Rafidain Bank, Iraq’s state-owned bank, has added 14 more branches to its anti–money laundering (AML) system. Consequently, the total now reaches...

Dollar Prices Rise in Baghdad and Erbil

Dollar prices increased in Baghdad and Erbil on Monday, reflecting higher demand and market activity. Traders reported a noticeable rise in the US Dollar...

USD/IQD Exchange Rates Rise Slightly in Baghdad and Erbil

On Wednesday, the USD rose slightly against the Iraqi dinar in Baghdad and Erbil. The increase comes amid ongoing market fluctuations and steady demand...

Iraq Secures $49 Million Legal Victory in Paris Court Against Gulf Falcon Company

Iraq has secured a major legal victory in Paris, winning a $49 million lawsuit against a foreign company. This outcome prevents the Iraqi government...

Dollar Prices Drop in Baghdad and Erbil Amid Market Adjustments

On Monday, the US dollar fell against the Iraqi dinar in Baghdad and Erbil, reflecting minor adjustments in local currency trading. Consequently, traders reported...