Oil Prices Increase as Brent Trades Near $79 Per Barrel

Global oil prices moved higher on Thursday, with Brent crude approaching $79 per barrel after geopolitical developments in the Middle...

Turkey Seeks Stronger Economic Ties with Kurdistan Region

Turkey wants to deepen its economic partnership with the Kurdistan Region. Turkish companies continue to play a leading...

11 Companies Ready to Buy Kurdistan Farmers’ Wheat for Export

The Kurdistan Region’s Investment Board has approved a new plan to support local farmers by allowing private companies and traders to purchase surplus wheat. The initiative aims to help...

Kurdistan Region to Reduce Commercial Banks as National Bank Expansion Begins

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has started restructuring its banking sector by reducing the number of commercial banks across the region. At the same time, authorities are taking steps...

KRG Transparency Report Highlights Seven Years of Fiscal Reform and Financial Resilience

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) published a transparency report covering 2019 to 2025. The KRG Department of Media...

Akre “First Class Rice” Hits American Markets Amid Agricultural Boom

Akre’s first class rice is now reaching the United States, marking a major milestone for Iraq’s Kurdistan Region. This achievement...

Runaki Project Brings 24-Hour Electricity to Koyah District

The Runaki project in Koyah district has officially launched, bringing hope to 39,000 electricity beneficiaries in the area. This strategic initiative aims...

Duhok Launches First Potato Festival as Harvest Hits Record 600,000 Tons

Duhok will host its first Potato Festival on Monday, Dec. 15. The event marks a major step for...

Kurdistan Region Salaries to Begin Distribution on Tuesday After Baghdad Approval

Public sector salaries in the Kurdistan Region will begin...

Kurdistan to Distribute Sixth Phase of Wheat Payments to Farmers This Week

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) will begin distributing the...

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Energy

Oil Prices Increase as Brent Trades Near $79 Per Barrel

Global oil prices moved higher on Thursday, with Brent crude...

Runaki Electricity Program Brings 24-Hour Power to Over 90% of Kurdistan

More than 90% of the Kurdistan Region now enjoys uninterrupted electricity...

Oil Prices Rise Nearly 2% as Supply Concerns Return

Oil prices rise continued on Wednesday after renewed tensions in...

Erbil Fuel Prices Drop After Kurdistan Allows Fuel Imports

Erbil fuel prices declined on Tuesday after the Kurdistan Regional...

OPEC+ Production Increase Pushes Oil Prices Lower

Oil prices edged lower on Monday after OPEC+ oil production members...

Solar Power Brings 24/7 Electricity to Another Remote Village

Another remote village has fully shifted to solar power...

Oil Prices Fall to Lowest Level in Three Years as Easing Supply Concerns

Global oil prices fell sharply on Thursday, reaching their...

Erbil Fuel Authority Limits Subsidized Petrol to 50 Liters Per Vehicle

The Directorate of Oil and Gas in Erbil has...

General News

Oil Prices Increase as Brent Trades Near $79 Per Barrel

Global oil prices moved higher on Thursday, with Brent crude...

Turkey Seeks Stronger Economic Ties with Kurdistan Region

Turkey wants to deepen its economic partnership with the...

Everyday Goods Cost More Across the Kurdistan Region

Prices for food and everyday goods have increased across...

Kurdistan’s MyAccount Program Sets Final Deadline for Cash Salary Payments

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has announced that public employees and...

Gold Prices Rise by $120 in One Week

Gold prices continue to rise in local and global...

Kurdistan Agriculture Ministry Imposes 2026 Fishing Ban

The Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of the...

Electricity Project Launches to Deliver 24-Hour Power Across Kurdistan

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has launched a major...

Bitcoin Falls Below $72,000 Amid Continued Market Pressure

Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency, falls sharply on Sunday,...

Farmer Support in Iraq to Boost Food Security

Farmer support in Iraq is receiving new momentum this...

Runaki Project Brings 24-Hour Electricity to Koyah District

The Runaki project in Koyah district has officially launched, bringing hope to 39,000...

KRG’s Ninth Cabinet Expands Water Infrastructure to Secure Long-Term Sustainability

The Kurdistan Regional Government’s ninth cabinet has expanded water...

Erbil Water Emergency Project Nears Completion, Aims to Resolve Seasonal Shortages

Approximately 73 percent of the Erbil Water Emergency Project...

Gold and Silver Prices Fluctuate

Gold and silver prices have shown sharp volatility in...

Erbil: The majority of neighborhoods in the city have received 24-hour electricity refill forms

In an effort to improve and manage the electricity...

European Baking Traditions Flourish in Kurdistan Region

Filip & Marcus Bakery is transforming Kurdistan’s culinary landscape...

Challenges Arising from QR Code Requirement for Trade Between Kurdistan Region and Iraq

The deadline for trucks to implement QR codes as...

Iraqi Dinar Weakens as US Dollar Reaches 157,000 Dinars

The Iraqi dinar declined against the US dollar on...

Fresh Fruit Café Delights: Frotia Café Blends Coffee, Juice & Wellness Perfectly

As summer temperatures continue to rise, so does the...

Kurdistan Loan Report Shows Nearly 1.9 Trillion IQD in Outstanding Debt

A new report from the Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of...

Agriculture

Thousands Attend Amedi Tahini Festival in Northern Duhok

The annual Amedi tahini festival in northern Duhok drew thousands of visitors. It turned the historic mountain town into a lively hub of food, culture, and local craftsmanship. The...

Netherlands Expands Agricultural Cooperation with Kurdistan Region

The Netherlands has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting agriculture in the Kurdistan Region through a long-term partnership centered...

Kurdistan’s Local Vegetable Supply Reaches Nearly 100% as Prices Fall

Vegetable prices have dropped sharply across the Kurdistan Region as local farms continue to increase production. Officials say Kurdistan...

11 Companies Ready to Buy Kurdistan Farmers’ Wheat for Export

The Kurdistan Region’s Investment Board has approved a new plan to support local farmers by allowing private companies...

Kurdistan’s Fig Production Ranks Among the World’s Leading Growers

The figs harvest season has started across the Kurdistan Region. Local markets now offer fresh figs from farms...

Latest Articles

KRG Launches AI Guide for Standard Kurdish Spelling

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Ministry of Education has launched a new guide for artificial intelligence systems. The guide helps AI chatbots follow standard...

Oil Prices Increase as Brent Trades Near $79 Per Barrel

Global oil prices moved higher on Thursday, with Brent crude approaching $79 per barrel after geopolitical developments in the Middle East reduced fears of further disruptions...

Turkey Seeks Stronger Economic Ties with Kurdistan Region

Turkey wants to deepen its economic partnership with the Kurdistan Region. Turkish companies continue to play a leading role in investment, trade, and infrastructure....

Everyday Goods Cost More Across the Kurdistan Region

Prices for food and everyday goods have increased across the Kurdistan Region over the past three months. Officials blame both local and international factors....

Kurdistan’s MyAccount Program Sets Final Deadline for Cash Salary Payments

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has announced that public employees and pensioners must collect their MyAccount bank cards by August 31, 2026. After that date, cash salary payments will...

Netherlands Expands Agricultural Cooperation with Kurdistan Region

The Netherlands has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting agriculture in the Kurdistan Region through a long-term partnership centered on the Bazian Valley. The initiative...