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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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Iraq Water Flows Double as Turkey Implements New Water Cooperation Agreement

Iraq water flow has increased significantly after a new agreement with Turkey entered its implementation phase. The development marks an important step for Iraq...

Rwanga Foundation Expands Community Projects to Support Iraq’s Sustainable Development

Sustainable Development continues shaping Iraq's long-term growth strategy as community-based initiatives expand renewable energy, agriculture, and rural infrastructure. New projects across the Kurdistan Region...

Baghdad Security Forces Conduct Large-Scale Anti-Corruption Campaign as Investigations Continue Across the Capital

The Iraq Anti-Corruption Operation has drawn significant attention after Iraqi security forces launched a large-scale campaign across Baghdad on Saturday. According to preliminary reports, authorities deployed...

New Weekly Shipping Service Connects Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port with UAE’s Khalifa Port to Boost Regional Trade and Logistics Links

Shipping Route Expansion is advancing regional trade with the launch of a new weekly maritime service between Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port and Abu Dhabi’s...

President Nechirvan Barzani Meets Pope Leo XIV at Vatican City, Discusses Peace, Coexistence and Future Visit to Iraq

President Nechirvan Barzani met Pope Leo XIV at Vatican City during an official visit to Italy, where the two leaders discussed religious coexistence, regional...

UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Receives President Nechirvan Barzani in Abu Dhabi

UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan received Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani in Abu Dhabi for talks on strengthening bilateral...

Rail Rehabilitation in Iraq Advances on Ramadi Railway Line Upgrade

Rail rehabilitation continues to progress in Iraq as major infrastructure work advances on the Ramadi railway line. Rail rehabilitation now covers a wider section...

Iraq and UAE Vehicle Assembly Partnership

Iraq and the UAE have signed a vehicle assembly partnership to develop local manufacturing. The agreement will focus on assembling, producing, and marketing various...

UAE Iraq Turkey Data Cable Project Announced

The UAE Iraq Turkey data cable project aims to transform digital connectivity in the Middle East. An Iraqi-Emirati consortium plans to invest $700 million...

Iran Blocks Iraqi Flights Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Iran has closed its airspace to flights from Iraq amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Consequently, regional and international aviation faces disruptions. Officials cited...

Iraq and Democracy Strengthened as Voter Turnout Surges to 55 Percent

The Iraqi voter turnout surged to 55 percent in the 2025 parliamentary election, signaling renewed political engagement despite Moqtada Sadr’s boycott. The Independent High...

Eid Al-Adha Unity in the Khaleej Celebrated Through Faith and Generosity

Khaleej Business Insight warmly greets Muslims everywhere. As Eid Al-Adha begins, we wish peace, joy, and prosperity to all celebrating in the Khaleej and...