Finance Minister from Bangkok: “Iraq Vision 2050” aims to diversify the economy and empower the private sector
Energy and Business
2026-10-14
Shafaq News – Bangkok
Finance Minister Faleh Sari announced on Wednesday that “Iraq Vision 2050” aims to reduce dependence on oil, empower the private sector, and promote inclusive and sustainable growth by strengthening institutions.
This came in a speech he delivered before the meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group in Bangkok, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency. Read more…
With a surplus of 300,000 tons annually, poultry farmers in Kurdistan are demanding that al-Zaidi lift restrictions on their products.
2026-10-14
Shafaq News – Sulaymaniyah
On Wednesday, Nazim Abdullah, head of the Poultry Farm Breeders Association in Sulaymaniyah, Garmian and Halabja, called on Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to intervene to do justice to poultry farmers in the Kurdistan Region and lift the restrictions and fees imposed on transporting their products to the central and southern governorates of Iraq, stressing that the continuation of these measures threatens an important production sector Read more…
Al-Zaidi to Ibn Salman: We condemn the targeting of King Khalid Airport and we will not allow our territory to be used for aggression.
2026-10-14
Shafaq News – Riyadh
On Wednesday in Riyadh, Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
According to a statement issued by Al-Zaidi’s office and received by Shafaq News Agency, the meeting included discussions on regional developments and coordination of efforts regarding them, in order to enhance the security and stability of the region. Read more…
Iraqi Agriculture Ministry announces the opening of imports for three crops and the cancellation of fees and taxes on meat and eggs.
2026-10-14
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Ministry of Agriculture announced on Wednesday that it has opened the door to imports of the following agricultural crops: potatoes, tomatoes, and onions, in addition to suspending the collection of customs duties and taxes imposed on imported eggs, chickens, and live meat products.
The ministry explained in an official statement that the decision was issued based on the directives of Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi, Read more…
Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 10-13-2026
10-13-2026 Newshound Guru Stephen There is a plan in place to issue new denominations with the zeros cut off. Most people are watching a devaluation and thinking the RV isn’t happening. This past August…Iraq ordered 7.5 new banknotes. Iraq is regaining control of its currency…It looks like all the dominoes are falling exactly how they were designed to fall… Read more…
Al-Halfi speaks about Iraqi funds abroad: “We need a database to recover them.”
10-13-2026
Information/Special…
MP Sumaya al-Halfi confirmed on Tuesday that Iraqi funds owed abroad include loans granted to other countries, funds smuggled as a result of corruption, confiscated assets, and outstanding financial and contractual claims.
Speaking to Al-Maalouma, al-Halfi stated that “the delay in recovering these funds stems from a number of challenges, most notably international legal Read more…
Kurdish concerns and questions about who holds power in Iraq after the American withdrawal
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Special Translation
Baghdad celebrated, Washington declared victory, and Iranian-backed factions rejoiced, while anxiety prevailed in the Kurdistan Region. According to the Middle East Council on International Affairs , these stances reflect differing calculations regarding the future of Iraq in the absence of the United States and the withdrawal of its forces on September 30th. These forces had simultaneously acted as arbiters between the various factions, the target of attacks, and the guarantor of security. While the withdrawal puts an end to one of the chronic sources of conflict Read more…
Vote date set; political agreement reached on 4 names for deputy prime minister positions
10-13-2026
Information/Baghdad…
An informed source revealed on Tuesday that a political agreement has been reached regarding the appointment of the deputy prime ministers, and a date has been set for the vote on them.
The source explained to Al-Maalomah that “a political agreement has been reached regarding the four deputy prime minister positions, stipulating the nomination of Mohammed Tamim, Mohsen al-Mandalawi, Laith al-Khazali, and Fares al-Barifkani as deputy prime ministers,” indicating that “the vote on these names Read more…
Nasiriyah Airport is nearing completion with a capacity of up to 3 million passengers annually.
10-13-2026
Information/Dhi Qar…
Former MP Arif al-Hamami revealed on Tuesday that 95% of the Nasiriyah International Airport project has been completed, noting that the airport’s capacity could reach three million passengers annually.
Al-Hamami explained to Al-Maalouma that “the Nasiriyah International Airport project has entered its final stages, with completion rates exceeding 95%,” predicting “its completion by the end of 2026 for its opening, making it another point on the map of Iraqi international airports.” Read more…
Al-Zaydi directs the Iraqi armed forces to raise their combat readiness to the highest levels.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali al-Zaidi, directed that the level of combat readiness be raised to the highest levels.
This came during his chairmanship of a meeting that included the Director of the Commander-in-Chief’s Office, the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Planning, and a number of advisors and military commanders, according to a statement issued by his office and received by Shafaq News Agency. Read more…
On the eve of his visit to Riyadh, Al-Zaydi said: “We want a strategic partnership with Saudi Arabia.”
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad/Riyadh
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi stressed on Tuesday the need to adopt a flexible diplomacy and a more crisis-resistant economy, while also pointing to the importance of the partnership with Saudi Arabia.
Al-Zaydi said in an article published in the newspaper “Al-Sharq Al-Awsat”, which was followed by Shafaq News Agency, that the review of the various Read more…
Tools to control the exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar and reduce inflation
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Prime Minister’s financial and economic advisor, Mazhar Muhammad Salih, confirmed on Tuesday that controlling the exchange rate and maintaining its stability came through integrated coordination between monetary, financial and trade policies, while he pointed out that addressing inflation requires integrated measures to protect the purchasing power of the citizen. Read more…
Agreement reached on 10 ministries; Iraqi parliament to vote Thursday on completing al-Zidi’s government.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi parliament intends to hold its session next Thursday afternoon to vote on completing the cabinet of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, according to MP Thaer al-Kaabi of the National Approach bloc.
Al-Kaabi told Shafaq News Agency that there are 9 vacant ministries in the government, noting that separating the Ministry of Culture from the Ministry of Tourism, and adding the Ministries of Artificial Intelligence and State, raised the number of ministries covered by the understandings to 12 ministries. Read more…
The Foreign Minister arrives in Rome to inaugurate the Iraqi embassy in the Vatican.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein arrived in the Italian capital, Rome, on Tuesday, at the start of an official visit to the Vatican, during which he will inaugurate the new building of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq to the Holy See.
The ministry said in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that Hussein will hold a number of official meetings Read more…
Political blocs and al-Zaydi agree to pass the cabinet next Thursday
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
An informed political source reported on Monday evening that the political blocs and Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi have agreed to pass the cabinet on Thursday.
The source told Shafaq News Agency that the leaders of the Coordination Framework agreed with Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi Read more…
Tom Barrack after meeting al-Zaidi: Iraq’s stability is not inherited, it is created by its leaders.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
On Tuesday, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy to Iraq and Syria, Tom Barrack, praised the leadership of Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, stressing that Iraq’s stability, security and prosperity have repercussions for the entire region.
Barak said in a post on the X platform, following his meeting with al-Zaidi, that “the meeting with Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi was fruitful,” adding that “stability Read more…
The IMF predicts Iraq’s economy will contract by 16% in 2026 and experience strong growth in 2027.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) predicted that Iraq’s real GDP would contract by 16% in 2026, before growing by 19% in 2027, according to data from the World Economic Outlook report issued in October 2026, at a time when estimates indicate rising inflation and a worsening current account deficit during the current year.
According to the table on the economies of the Middle East and Central Asia in the report, Read more…
Al-Aboudi: America was heading towards bombing and besieging Iraq, and we averted this danger through economic companies.
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Erbil
Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim al-Aboudi revealed on Tuesday that the United States had classified Iraq as one of its enemies and had resolved to launch military strikes and impose a blockade on the country, but Baghdad succeeded in averting this danger by establishing economic partnerships with Washington.
Al-Aboudi said during a dialogue session Read more…
In numbers: Reasons for granting Jordan a preferential price for Iraqi oil, $16 less
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Baghdad
Energy expert Assem Jihad explained on Tuesday the reason for the Iraqi-Jordanian agreement to export oil at a preferential price that is $16 per barrel lower than the monthly average price of Brent crude.
Jihad explained, during his interview with Shafaq News Agency, that this difference is distributed between transportation costs, differences in the quality of raw materials and fees, in addition to a financial saving for the Jordanian treasury. Read more…
Central Bank of Iraq: Adjusting the exchange rate was the best solution to protect foreign reserves
2026-10-13
Shafaq News – Erbil
The Director General of the Statistics and Research Department at the Central Bank of Iraq, Samir Fakhri Naama, described on Tuesday the decision to adjust the exchange rate of the US dollar against the dinar as the “ideal” solution to preserve the country’s foreign reserves and to confront the “shock” of declining revenues resulting from the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz and its surroundings, stressing that the impact of this adjustment on inflation remains much less than the consequences of devaluing the currency. Read more…
