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UAE Exports and Re-Exports to Iraq Fall 25% to $10.6 Billion in First Half, Iraqi Economist Says

UAE non-oil exports and re-exports to Iraq fell 25% to about $10.6 billion in the first half of 2026, Iraqi economist Manar al-Obaidi said, citing official UAE statistics.

IMF Says It Is Engaging With Iraq on a New Bailout Program as War Hits Oil Exports

The International Monetary Fund is engaging with Iraqi authorities as it prepares a new financing program for the country, spokesperson Julie Kozack said.

UAE Exports and Re-Exports to Iraq Fall 25% to $10.6 Billion in First Half, Iraqi Economist Says

UAE non-oil exports and re-exports to Iraq fell 25% to about $10.6 billion in the first half of 2026, Iraqi economist Manar al-Obaidi said, citing official UAE statistics.

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UAE Exports and Re-Exports to Iraq Fall 25% to $10.6 Billion in First Half, Iraqi Economist Says

UAE non-oil exports and re-exports to Iraq fell 25% to about $10.6 billion in the first half of 2026, Iraqi economist Manar al-Obaidi said, citing official UAE statistics.

Iraq Denies Plan to Borrow 16 Trillion Dinars From Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Others to Cover Budget Gap

Iraq's government denied reports that it plans to borrow 16 trillion dinars from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, China, Germany and France to cover its budget deficit.

IMF Says It Is Engaging With Iraq on a New Bailout Program as War Hits Oil Exports

The International Monetary Fund is engaging with Iraqi authorities as it prepares a new financing program for the country, spokesperson Julie Kozack said.

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UAE Exports and Re-Exports to Iraq Fall 25% to $10.6 Billion in First Half, Iraqi Economist Says

UAE non-oil exports and re-exports to Iraq fell 25% to about $10.6 billion in the first half of 2026, Iraqi economist Manar al-Obaidi said, citing official UAE statistics.

Iraq Denies Plan to Borrow 16 Trillion Dinars From Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Others to Cover Budget Gap

Iraq's government denied reports that it plans to borrow 16 trillion dinars from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, China, Germany and France to cover its budget deficit.

IMF Says It Is Engaging With Iraq on a New Bailout Program as War Hits Oil Exports

The International Monetary Fund is engaging with Iraqi authorities as it prepares a new financing program for the country, spokesperson Julie Kozack said.

Iraq Delays 2027 Budget Submission to Parliament Until November 15 as Draft Shows 43 Trillion Dinar Gap

Iraq's draft 2027 budget will reach parliament by November 15, the head of the parliamentary finance committee said, as the plan projects spending of about 217 trillion dinars against revenue of 174 trillion dinars.

Iraq Requests IMF Loan Program as Georgieva Pledges Money and Policy Support

Iraq has requested a lending program from the International Monetary Fund, and the fund intends to support Baghdad "very firmly," Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on October 17.

Iraq Puts Losses From US-Iran War at About $60 Billion as Hormuz Disruption Hits Oil Exports

Iraq has lost an estimated $60 billion during the war between the United States and Iran, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said, as disruption in the Strait of Hormuz cut the country's oil exports.

IMF Warns Middle East GDP Will Contract in 2026 as War Disrupts Energy Exports and Regional Trade

The International Monetary Fund expects Middle East GDP to contract in 2026 as the regional conflict continues to disrupt economic activity. However, the organisation...

Iraq Exports Strategy Targets Stronger Import Controls and Wider Access to International Markets

Iraq's export plans are gaining attention as the Ministry of Trade works to strengthen the country's international trade position. The ministry also plans tighter...

GSK in Talks to Return to Iraq’s Pharmaceutical Market as British Pharma Delegation Plans October Visit

GSK talks in the UAE could support the company’s return to Iraq’s pharmaceutical market. Iraq’s Ministry of Health recently met senior representatives from major...

$10 Million Iraq Recovery Initiative to Support Displaced Families and Communities Across Four Governorates

A new Iraq recovery initiative will provide $10 million to support displaced families and affected communities. The five-year programme will cover Anbar, Kirkuk, Ninewa...

Fly Baghdad Eyes GCC Comeback After US Sanctions Lifted, Targets Regional Flight Resumption by Year-End

Fly Baghdad plans to resume flights before the end of 2026 after major changes reshaped the Iraqi airline. The carrier wants to rebuild its operations...

Al-Qaim Cement Plant Reaches Full Capacity as Iraq Expands Cement Exports to Syria

Al-Qaim Cement has reached its full production capacity in Anbar province as Iraq strengthens its cement industry. The plant now produces 840,000 tonnes of...