Iraq begins exporting fish to global markets
Iraq begins exporting fish to global markets
2026-06-11
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Thursday, Agriculture Minister Abdul Rahim Al-Shammari announced the launch of fish exports to global markets, for the first time in Iraq.
Al-Shammari said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that this step represents “an important achievement for the reputation of Iraq and Iraqi fish and products known for their quality.”
He pointed out that this step represents “the beginning of achievements and work that the ministry is currently undertaking in order to advance the agricultural sector, sustain the agricultural process, overcome obstacles, achieve appropriate economic feasibility for fish farmers, and support the national economy in the country.”
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