IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

In numbers… Iraq is among the top 5 Arab economies in 2026

In numbers… Iraq is among the top 5 Arab economies in 2026

2026-04-05 03:15

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq ranked highly in the list of the largest Arab economies for 2026, according to the purchasing power parity criterion, based on the latest data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Iraq came in fifth place in the Arab world, recording about $739.1 billion, Read more…

Iraq thanks Iran for allowing oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

Iraq thanks Iran for allowing oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz

2026-04-05 05:18

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraq on Sunday expressed its gratitude to Iran for allowing Iraqi oil tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, stressing the importance of continued cooperation to ensure Read more…

A positive appearance: Exchange rate stability reflects the strength of reserves and the flow of goods.

A positive appearance: Exchange rate stability reflects the strength of reserves and the flow of goods.

2026/04/04

The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Saturday that the stability of exchange rates in the local market reflects positive indicators, while pointing out that the strength of Read more…

A member of parliament warns of the dangers of delaying the presidential elections and continuing the cycle of postponement.

A member of parliament warns of the dangers of delaying the presidential elections and continuing the cycle of postponement.

4-4-2026

The Information Agency / Baghdad…
Member of Parliament Abboud al-Issawi confirmed on Saturday that there has been a decline in the progress toward resolving the presidential and cabinet appointments before the April 11th parliamentary session. He warned Read more…

MP: No vote on the president without a pledge to hand over wanted individuals in the region

MP: No vote on the president without a pledge to hand over wanted individuals in the region

4-4-2026

Information / Baghdad..
MP Ahmed Shaheed Al-Shammari confirmed on Saturday that there is a parliamentary movement to make the election of the President of the Republic conditional on his pledge to Read more…

MP: Forming a government without the input of the street will deprive it of legitimacy

MP: Forming a government without the input of the street will deprive it of legitimacy

4-4-2026

Information / Baghdad..
MP Hussein Saheb, from the Ishraqa Kanoun Movement, warned on Saturday of the repercussions of delaying the formation of a national government that meets the aspirations of Iraqis, noting that Read more…

America exports $357 million worth of agricultural products to Iraq during 2025

America exports $357 million worth of agricultural products to Iraq during 2025

2026-04-04 01:39

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced that U.S. exports of agricultural products to Iraq amounted to $357 million in 2025.

The ministry stated that agricultural and animal products exported to Iraq Read more…

For the second time, war disrupts Iranian gas supplies to Iraq.

For the second time, war disrupts Iranian gas supplies to Iraq.

2026-04-04 05:43

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Electricity announced on Saturday a significant decline in gas supplies coming from Iran to the country during the current period, attributing this to regional circumstances and the ongoing war in Iran.

The ministry spokesman, Read more…

Telegram has been discontinued within federal institutions but continues to be used in the Kurdistan Region.

Telegram has been discontinued within federal institutions but continues to be used in the Kurdistan Region.

2026-04-04

The Technology for Peace platform revealed yesterday, Friday, April 3, 2026, that the Telegram application has stopped working within institutions and departments affiliated with the federal government.

The platform noted in a post Read more…

Iran is establishing a new system for crossing the Strait of Hormuz, dividing countries based on their relationship with Iran.

Iran is establishing a new system for crossing the Strait of Hormuz, dividing countries based on their relationship with Iran.

2026-04-04

Al Jazeera English has revealed details of a new system prepared by Iran to manage the Strait of Hormuz and allow ships to enter the strait according to the official relationship with Iran.

According to the network, the new system will divide the world’s countries into three categories: “hostile, neutral, and friendly.” Neutral countries will be Read more…

Coordination framework: No opinions calling for delaying the April 11 session to elect the President of the Republic

Coordination framework: No opinions calling for delaying the April 11 session to elect the President of the Republic

4-3-2026

Information / Baghdad
Abdel Samad Zarkoush, a member of the coordinating framework, confirmed on Friday that there are no opinions within the framework calling for a delay or postponement of the April 11 session to decide on the election of the President Read more…

With the Strait of Hormuz under threat, the Kurdistan-Ceyhan pipeline is a lifeline for Europe.

With the Strait of Hormuz under threat, the Kurdistan-Ceyhan pipeline is a lifeline for Europe.

2026-04-03 07:38

Shafaq News – Special Translation
The strategic importance of Iraqi oil pipelines from the Kurdistan Region to Turkey is increasing, given the disruption or interruption of traditional pipelines, especially from the Strait of Hormuz, as geopolitical tensions escalate, revealing Read more…

Iraq retests the “Syrian route” for oil transport… a move with strategic implications that go beyond “size”.

Iraq retests the “Syrian route” for oil transport… a move with strategic implications that go beyond “size”.

2026-04-03 06:51

Shafaq News/Damascus – Baghdad
On Friday, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Syrian Association for Shipping and National Supply, Muhammad Riyad Al-Sirafi, revealed the outlines of a new strategic step taken by Iraq, which is to reactivate the route for transporting Read more…

Al-Dulaimi: Ministerial positions will be rotated among the various political blocs in the next government.

Al-Dulaimi: Ministerial positions will be rotated among the various political blocs in the next government.

4-3-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Independent politician Mohammed al-Dulaimi confirmed that ministerial positions will be rotated among the various political blocs when the next government is formed.
Al-Dulaimi told Al-Maalouma that “the blocs within the Political Council have not yet finalized the distribution of ministerial posts among Read more…

Sarout: Postponing the April 11th session to elect the president is possible due to the lack of political consensus.

Sarout: Postponing the April 11th session to elect the president is possible due to the lack of political consensus.

4-3-2026

Information / Baghdad…
Former Member of Parliament Abbas Sarout confirmed on Friday that postponing the April 11th session, scheduled for the election of the President of the Republic, is a possibility, given the lack of a complete political consensus thus far.
Sarout told Al-Maalouma that “the political understandings announced a few days ago Read more…

Baghdad responds to Washington’s security warnings: These are isolated incidents, and we are not a party to the conflict.

Baghdad responds to Washington’s security warnings: These are isolated incidents, and we are not a party to the conflict.

2026-04-03

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs responded on Thursday evening to the US Embassy’s security warnings, stating that the violations taking place are individual attempts, and that Iraq is not a party to the conflict.

The ministry said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Read more…

Ports Authority launches first tugboat {Al faw 1} dedicated to Al Faw Port

Ports Authority launches first tugboat {Al faw 1} dedicated to Al Faw Port

2026/04/02

The General Company for Iraqi Ports announced Wednesday, the launch of the first marine tug for the Grand Faw Port, confirming its readiness to enter service as soon as the port is operational, coinciding with the successful completion of its floatation as a crucial technical stage, in preparation for completing Read more…

Victory: Deciding the presidency paves the way for naming the prime minister

Victory: Deciding the presidency paves the way for naming the prime minister

2026/04/02

The Victory Coalition affirmed that resolving the issue of the presidency would expedite the appointment of the prime minister, given the continued political deadlock and divisions among the forces.

Coalition spokesman Salam al-Zubaidi said during his appearance Read more…

Economic expert: Iraqi oil sales will not be affected by the war in the region.

Economic expert: Iraqi oil sales will not be affected by the war in the region.

4-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Economic researcher Diaa Abdul Karim explained on Thursday that Iraqi oil sales will not be significantly affected by the ongoing war in the region.
Abdul Karim told Al-Maalouma, “Iraq continues to sell oil through futures contracts Read more…

Abdullah: A political move to resolve the issue of the presidencies in order to spare Iraq a potential economic collapse.

Abdullah: A political move to resolve the issue of the presidencies in order to spare Iraq a potential economic collapse.

4-2-2026

Information/Baghdad…
Naseem Abdullah, a member of the Coordination Framework, revealed today, Thursday, that there is a serious trend among political forces to resolve the remaining constitutional entitlements represented by the selection of the Prime Minister and Read more…