China’s exports to Iraq exceeded $8 billion during the first half of the year.

China’s exports to Iraq exceeded $8 billion during the first half of the year.

2025-07-24 04:04

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Chinese direct exports to Iraq saw a significant increase during the first half of 2025, recording a 9.3% growth compared to the same period in 2024, and a 13.2% increase compared to Read more…

Iraq opens its doors to monitor the October elections.

Iraq opens its doors to monitor the October elections.

2025-07-24 04:36

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi Electoral Commission affirmed on Thursday its commitment to opening its doors to local and international observers, as part of ensuring transparency and integrity in the upcoming electoral process.

The next parliamentary elections are scheduled to be held Read more…

Iraqi government: We will stop flaring gas in 2029, and we have an electricity shortage due to Iran.

Iraqi government: We will stop flaring gas in 2029, and we have an electricity shortage due to Iran.

2025-07-24 05:09

Shafaq News – Basra
Oil Minister Hayan Abdul-Ghani al-Sawad confirmed on Thursday that the ministry is proceeding with a complete cessation of associated gas flaring in Iraq by 2029. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani stated that the country has a 4,000 megawatt energy deficit due to Iran’s failure Read more…

The Central Bank issues new decisions regarding electronic payment services

The Central Bank issues new decisions regarding electronic payment services

2025-07-24 06:02

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Central Bank of Iraq issued several decisions on Thursday regarding banks, electronic payment service providers, and cash withdrawal fees.

A letter issued by the bank and received by Shafaq News Agency stated that “withdrawal fees Read more…

Al-Sudani chairs a meeting of the Development Road Project and directs the completion of the first phase within months.

Al-Sudani chairs a meeting of the Development Road Project and directs the completion of the first phase within months.

2025-07-24

Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani chaired a special meeting on Wednesday (July 23, 2025) regarding the development road project, attended by the Minister of Transport, the head of the Supreme Council for Coordination between Governorates, a number of general managers and advisors, and a representative of Oliver Wyman, the project consultant. He directed all parties Read more…

Abu Ali al-Askari: Two months remain until the Sudanese agreement regarding the withdrawal of the US occupation from Iraq.

Abu Ali al-Askari: Two months remain until the Sudanese agreement regarding the withdrawal of the US occupation from Iraq.

2025-07-24

“Only two months remain until the agreement reached with the Prime Minister regarding the complete withdrawal of occupation forces from Iraq and the withdrawal of their aircraft from Iraqi Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-23-2025

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-23-2025

7-23-2025 Intel Guru Frank26 The financial advisor Saleh have told the Iraqi citizens the difference between the official rate of our currency and the parallel rate is now approaching less than 4% and that indicates you’ve entered the ‘conversion phase’…Do you realize how close we are to what they want to accomplish? This is monstrous…This is phenomenal what we are witnessing. Read more…

The Khor Abdullah scandal is exposed. Abdul Latif: Kuwait has evidence to blackmail Iraqi politicians.

The Khor Abdullah scandal is exposed. Abdul Latif: Kuwait has evidence to blackmail Iraqi politicians.

7-23-2025

Information/Exclusive:
Former MP and minister Wael Abdul Latif accused prominent Iraqi political figures on Wednesday of receiving money from Kuwait in exchange for relinquishing Iraqi sovereignty over the Khor Abdullah dispute. He warned that these figures are now vulnerable to blackmail due to photographic documents Read more…

Through 5 factors, Iraq aims to bring the dollar exchange rate to “conformity”

Through 5 factors, Iraq aims to bring the dollar exchange rate to “conformity”

2025-07-23

Shafaq News – Baghdad
Financial and economic advisor to the Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, revealed on Tuesday five factors that could help narrow the gap between the official dollar exchange rate and its parallel market price, potentially leading to “convergence” Read more…

Economist: Iraq plans to increase its oil exports to 6.5 million barrels per day.

Economist: Iraq plans to increase its oil exports to 6.5 million barrels per day.

7-23-2025

Al-Maalouma/Baghdad…
Economic expert Safwan Qusay confirmed on Wednesday that the agreement for the oil pipeline between Iraq and Turkey via the Ceyhan port has not been canceled, but rather work is underway to develop it and expand the horizons of economic cooperation between the two countries to include Read more…

Parliamentary Finance Committee reveals the negative effects of delaying the submission of budget schedules.

Parliamentary Finance Committee reveals the negative effects of delaying the submission of budget schedules.

7-23-2025

Information / Baghdad
Parliamentary Finance Committee Chairman Atwan al-Atwani confirmed on Wednesday that the delay in submitting the 2025 budget schedules has caused numerous problems, including delayed bonuses and promotions, and even the disruption of economic Read more…

Parliamentary Legal Committee: Giving up Khor Abdullah would destroy the nation’s interests.

Parliamentary Legal Committee: Giving up Khor Abdullah would destroy the nation’s interests.

7-23-2025

Information/Exclusive:
Parliamentary Legal Committee Chairman Mohammed Anouz affirmed on Wednesday that relinquishing the Khor Abdullah port would undermine Iraq’s interests, noting that the issue poses a strategic threat to the country’s economic and Read more…

Al-Sudani’s office publishes new details of the phone call with the US Secretary of State.

Al-Sudani’s office publishes new details of the phone call with the US Secretary of State.

2025-07-23 01:23

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Iraqi government released new details on Wednesday regarding the phone call between Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

The office stated in a statement received by Shafaq News Agency that “Al-Sudani received a phone call from Rubio, during which they Read more…

The Coordination Framework affirms its full support for the Baghdad-Erbil agreement on financial and oil issues.

The Coordination Framework affirms its full support for the Baghdad-Erbil agreement on financial and oil issues.

2025-07-23 03:41

Shafaq News – Baghdad
The Coordination Framework, which brings together Iraq’s ruling Shiite political forces, affirmed its full support on Wednesday for the recent agreement between Baghdad and Erbil regarding financial and oil issues between Read more…

The Kurdistan Regional Government announces its commitment to the agreement signed with Baghdad and calls on the latter to comply.

The Kurdistan Regional Government announces its commitment to the agreement signed with Baghdad and calls on the latter to comply.

2025-07-23 06:13

Shafaq News – Erbil
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) affirmed on Wednesday its commitment to the terms of the agreement signed with the federal government, called on the latter to adhere to it, and confirmed that it had submitted salary lists with complete transparency.

The regional government said in a statement Read more…

The Ministry of Planning announces the implementation of a tracking system for electrical goods and cigarettes.

The Ministry of Planning announces the implementation of a tracking system for electrical goods and cigarettes.

2025-07-23

The Ministry of Planning announced, today, Wednesday, the commencement of implementing the tracking system for electrical goods and cigarettes, as the Ministry stated, in a statement, that “the Central Organization for Standardization and Quality Control in the Ministry announces to all suppliers and importers of electrical goods and cigarettes to Iraq and the inspection companies Read more…

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-22-2025

Iraqi Dinar Guru opinions 7-22-2025

7-22-2025 Newshound Guru Samson Article “The US has stopped sending cash dollars to Iraq. Is this the beginning of a blockade?” Quote “Private sources confirmed that the United States has decided to completely halt cash dollar shipments to Iraq…” Read more…

Due to corruption, there are warnings of the collapse of the understandings between Baghdad and Erbil.

Due to corruption, there are warnings of the collapse of the understandings between Baghdad and Erbil.

7-22-2025

Information / Report:
Despite years of signing numerous political and financial agreements between Baghdad and Erbil, the Kurdistan Regional Government’s political parties continue to practice procrastination and evasion in fulfilling their constitutional obligations toward the federal government. It has become clear Read more…

No tables or accounts…the budget awaits a missing signature from the region.

No tables or accounts…the budget awaits a missing signature from the region.

7-22-2025

Information / Report:
In light of the increasing political and financial complexities, it is unlikely that the draft state budget and its detailed schedules will reach the Council of Representatives at the present time, according to informed parliamentary sources. These sources indicate that there are still major obstacles Read more…

After the termination of a half-century-old agreement, Türkiye begins comprehensive oil negotiations with Iraq.

After the termination of a half-century-old agreement, Türkiye begins comprehensive oil negotiations with Iraq.

2025-07-22 08:36

Shafaq News – Ankara
Turkish media reported on Tuesday that Ankara has begun negotiations with Baghdad to reach a more comprehensive agreement for the transport of Iraqi oil.

According to Anadolu Agency, the new agreement aims to establish a comprehensive cooperation mechanism with a broader perspective Read more…