IRAQI DINAR POLITICS & ECONOMY

Iraq’s domestic debt is rising, and there are claims that budget schedules are being hidden to prevent the truth from being revealed.

Iraq’s domestic debt is rising, and there are claims that budget schedules are being hidden to prevent the truth from being revealed.

10-17-2025

Al-Maalouma/Baghdad…
Economic researcher Diaa Abdul Karim believes that the internal debt is high and the budget tables have not been submitted to Parliament to ensure that the facts are not revealed as the elections approach.
Abdul Karim told Al-Maalouma, “The talk by some representatives from the Parliamentary Finance Committee regarding the debt in Iraq Read more…

MP: The 2025 budget schedules will not be finalized this year, and delaying them threatens the work of ministries and agencies.

MP: The 2025 budget schedules will not be finalized this year, and delaying them threatens the work of ministries and agencies.

10-17-2025

Information / Baghdad..
MP Thaer Makhif confirmed on Friday that the 2025 budget schedules will not be finalized during the current year, warning of the serious repercussions of delaying it on ministries and government institutions.

In an interview with Al-Maalouma, Makhif said, “The 2025 budget tables were Read more…

The Minister of Transport announces the imminent opening of the first phase of the Grand Faw Port.

The Minister of Transport announces the imminent opening of the first phase of the Grand Faw Port.

10/16/2025

Minister of Transport Razzaq Muhaibis Al-Saadawi announced that the first phase of the Grand Faw Port project will open by the end of this year.

Al-Saadawi’s assertions came during his speech at the launch of the Iraq International Exhibition for Transport, Airports and Logistics Services, held Read more…

Presidential calls to pass 9 laws and implement Article 140

Presidential calls to pass 9 laws and implement Article 140

10/16/2025

Yesterday, Wednesday, the Presidency of the Republic called on the House of Representatives to pass nine laws.
The Presidency of the Republic stated in a press release, “On October 15, 2005, our people had their free say in a historic popular referendum through which the Constitution of the Republic of Iraq was approved. This day marked a national Read more…

Trump affirms his country’s commitment to the strategic partnership with Iraq.

Trump affirms his country’s commitment to the strategic partnership with Iraq.

10/16/2025

The President of the Republic, Dr. Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, received a congratulatory telegram from US President Donald Trump on the occasion of the (93) anniversary of Iraqi National Day, in which he affirmed the United States’ firm commitment to the strategic partnership Read more…

Rights Movement: Al-Sudani seeks a second term through an alliance with Sunnis and Kurds, away from the Coordination Framework.

Rights Movement: Al-Sudani seeks a second term through an alliance with Sunnis and Kurds, away from the Coordination Framework.

10-16-2025

Information/Baghdad..
Sabah al-Akeili, a member of the Rights Movement, confirmed on Thursday that Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani plans to seek a second term through new political alliances that include Sunni and Kurdish parties, distancing himself from Read more…

Rafidain Bank suspends loan applications from parliamentarians and employees.

Rafidain Bank suspends loan applications from parliamentarians and employees.

2025-10-16 03:00

Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed source revealed on Thursday that the government-owned Rafidain Bank has suspended applications for loans and advances allocated to employees, retirees, and members of the Iraqi parliament.

The source told Shafaq News Agency, “Many requests for loans and advances for employees and retirees have been suspended, especially those Read more…

The International Monetary Fund expects Iraq’s economy to grow by 3.6% next year.

The International Monetary Fund expects Iraq’s economy to grow by 3.6% next year.

2025-10-16 02:30

Shafaq News – Follow-up
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecast on Thursday that the Iraqi economy will grow by 3.6% in 2026, amid improved economic performance in the region and rising investment Read more…

An economist warns of the repercussions of Iraq’s “B-” credit rating.

An economist warns of the repercussions of Iraq’s “B-” credit rating.

10-15-2025

Al-Maalouma/Baghdad..
Economic analyst Basem Attonan warned on Wednesday of the negative repercussions of Standard & Poor’s affirming Iraq’s credit rating at “B-“, noting that this rating places Iraq among slow-growing economies.
Attonan told Al-Maalouma News Agency that “Iraq’s B- rating reflects the presence of about 20 weaknesses Read more…

Sanctions by the government… Baghdad leaks the names of Iraqi companies and individuals to the US Treasury!

Sanctions by the government… Baghdad leaks the names of Iraqi companies and individuals to the US Treasury!

10-15-2025

Al-Maalomah / Exclusive:
While US sanctions are usually imposed on its opponents based on complex security and intelligence data, the recent sanctions on Iraqi companies and individuals have sparked unprecedented controversy in the Iraqi street.
The reason is not only the targeting, but also the party that is said to have provided the information and details to the US side, which is none other than within the Iraqi government itself. Read more…

Due to US sanctions, Rafidain Bank closes its office in the Popular Mobilization Forces.

Due to US sanctions, Rafidain Bank closes its office in the Popular Mobilization Forces.

2025-10-15 01:13

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The government-owned Rafidain Bank closed its office in the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Directorate on Wednesday and decided to relocate it to another branch in the capital, Baghdad.

An informed source told Read more…

Minister of Transport: We have added 13 aircraft to the Iraqi Green Bird fleet, along with two new airports.

Minister of Transport: We have added 13 aircraft to the Iraqi Green Bird fleet, along with two new airports.

2025-10-15 02:19

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Minister of Transport Razzaq Muhaibis announced on Tuesday the addition of 13 new aircraft to the Iraqi Airways fleet, with the completion of the Nasiriyah and Mosul airports.

“This important event aims to showcase the latest developments and represents Read more…

Warning of US sanctions: “They have eroded confidence in Iraqi banking institutions.”

Warning of US sanctions: “They have eroded confidence in Iraqi banking institutions.”

2025-10-15 03:06

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Financial expert Mahmoud Dagher said on Wednesday that the recent US sanctions on Iraq have caused a “loss of confidence in the country’s banking institutions.”

Dagher, who previously served as the director general of the Central Bank, told Read more…

The Presidency of the Republic calls on Parliament to approve a set of laws, most notably the Federal Court and oil and gas.

The Presidency of the Republic calls on Parliament to approve a set of laws, most notably the Federal Court and oil and gas.

2025-10-15 03:42

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Presidency on Wednesday called on the House of Representatives to pass a set of “important” laws, including the Federal Court Law and the Oil and Gas Law.

In a statement issued today on the occasion of the twentieth anniversary Read more…

For the first time in ten years, Kurdistan has not experienced Turkish airstrikes for a month.

For the first time in ten years, Kurdistan has not experienced Turkish airstrikes for a month.

2025-10-15 05:53

Shafaq News – Washington
The Iraqi Kurdistan Peace Team (CPT) announced on Wednesday that last September witnessed no Turkish attacks or shelling on the Kurdistan Region, a first since 2015.

A report issued by the CPT team Read more…

Trump congratulates Iraq on its National Day and affirms his country’s commitment to the strategic partnership.

Trump congratulates Iraq on its National Day and affirms his country’s commitment to the strategic partnership.

2025-10-15 06:20

Shafaq News – Washington
US President Donald Trump congratulated Iraq on its National Day on Wednesday, affirming his country’s commitment to its strategic partnership with Baghdad.

The media office of the President of the Republic of Iraq, Read more…

Water scarcity halts the work of Iraqi boats and marinas.

Water scarcity halts the work of Iraqi boats and marinas.

2025-10-15 05:54

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Maritime Transport Company spokesman Talib al-Badri confirmed on Wednesday that drought and falling water levels have affected the operation of moorings and boats. He noted that the company has generated more than $6 million in profits from its vessels Read more…

Non-oil revenues increased for the state treasury as a result of tax reform.

Non-oil revenues increased for the state treasury as a result of tax reform.

2025-10-15

Non-oil tax revenues increased to 3.07 trillion dinars in 2023, 3.87 trillion dinars in 2024, and 1.155 trillion dinars in the first half of 2025 for the state treasury. These measures included expanding the tax base, introducing new Read more…

President of the Republic: Iraq is experiencing a state of security and stability.

President of the Republic: Iraq is experiencing a state of security and stability.

10/14/2025

President of the Republic, Dr. Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, affirmed Iraq’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with NATO in the areas of training, advisory support, and military capacity development. He explained that the country enjoys a state of security and stability and is approaching the democratic milestone Read more…

11 international companies are competing to manage and operate the Grand Faw Port.

11 international companies are competing to manage and operate the Grand Faw Port.

10/14/2025

The General Company for Iraqi Ports revealed that (11) specialized Arab and international companies submitted applications to manage and operate the Grand Faw Port after the project is completed, in a step that reflects international interest in this strategic facility.

The company’s general manager, Read more…