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Iraq’s Domestic Debt Rises Sharply Amid Hormuz Tensions

Baghdad – Iraq’s domestic borrowing has climbed rapidly during the first months of 2026 as regional tensions continue to pressure the country’s finances. Rising...

Shanghai Electric Boosts Iraq’s Power Supply Before Summer

Baghdad – Chinese energy giant Shanghai Electric plans to add more than 1,200 megawatts to Iraq’s electricity network before peak summer demand arrives. Iraqi officials hope...

Iraq and EBRD Advance Economic Reform Talks in Baghdad

Iraq's economic reform talks continued in Baghdad as the Finance Ministry held high-level discussions with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The meeting...

Middle East Conflict Halts Thai Rice Exports to Iraq

Thai rice exports to Iraq have stopped after the conflict in the Middle East disrupted regional shipping routes. Exporters said rising transportation risks and...

Iraq Denies U.S. Allegations Against Oil Official Over Iran Sanctions

Iraq oil sanctions dispute tensions increased after Baghdad rejected American accusations against a senior Iraqi oil official. The Iraqi Ministry of Oil denied claims...

Iraq Nears Launch of Strategic Underwater Tunnel in Basra

Iraq's underwater tunnel construction reached its final stages in Basra as officials confirmed that the massive project is nearly complete. The tunnel will connect...

Iraq Approves First Licensed Foreign Brokerage Firm

Iraq's financial brokerage license regulations entered a new phase after authorities approved the first foreign brokerage company to operate in the Iraqi stock market....

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