Erbil and Baghdad Move Closer to Final ASYCUDA Customs Agreement

A senior Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) delegation is in Baghdad to finalize the ASYCUDA customs agreement. The delegation...

Kurdistan June Salaries Expected to Begin This Week

Salary payments for public employees in the Kurdistan Region are expected to begin in the middle of this...

New Project Targets Youth Employment and Business Growth in Kurdistan

A new initiative designed to strengthen economic opportunities for young people and women has officially launched in the Kurdistan Region. The program, called Bidaya (Beginning), aims to improve skills, entrepreneurship, and...

Erbil Tourism Projects Open for Investment with Full Infrastructure Ready

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has launched a new investment roadmap featuring 24 tourism projects across the Kurdistan Region. The initiative aims to attract domestic and international investors while...

Erbil Iron Factory Enhances Kurdistan’s Industrial Capacity While Ensuring Environmental Compliance

The Kurdistan Region is home to several factories specializing in the production of construction materials, many of which...

Erbil-Sulaimani Road Renovation Starts

Renovation of Erbil-Sulaimani road has officially started. Authorities confirmed that the work began on Saturday, August 23, 2025....

Drought in Harir and Batas Plains Reduces Rice Production

Drought in Harir and Batas Plains has created a severe crisis for farmers. The plains, known for fertile...

Restaurant Activity in Erbil Drops by 35% Amid War Conflict

The Kurdistan Restaurants and Hotels Association says restaurant activity in Erbil has dropped by 35% due to the ongoing conflict....

Gold Prices Rise by Nearly $50 Per Ounce as Geopolitical Developments Support Market

Gold prices rose on Monday, the first trading day...

Domestic Products Festival Celebrates Local Agriculture in Shanadar Park

The Domestic Food Products Festival opened in Erbil, drawing...

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Economy

Energy

Kurdistan Oil Export Restart Expected to Lower Fuel Prices

The expected restart of oil exports from the Kurdistan...

Brent Crude Falls Below $77 as Oil Prices Extend Losses

Oil prices continued to decline on Wednesday as markets...

Oil Prices Fall Below $80 as Hopes of Higher Supply Weigh on Markets

Oil prices fell on Monday after fresh diplomatic developments...

LPG Prices Fall Sharply in Kurdistan, Household Gas Cylinder Refill Drops to 10,000 Dinars

The price of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), commonly known...

Oil Prices Fall as Brent Crude Drops Below $79 per Barrel

Global oil prices declined on Thursday after the United...

Oil Prices Drop 10% Amid Expectations of U.S.–Iran Agreement

Global oil prices have fallen by around 10% this...

Kurdistan Region Oil Exports to Resume Next Week

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the Iraqi Federal...

Erbil and Baghdad Reach Agreement to Protect Oil Companies and Resume Kurdistan Oil Exports

Erbil and Baghdad have reached an important agreement on...

General News

Kurdistan June Salaries Expected to Begin This Week

Salary payments for public employees in the Kurdistan Region...

Erbil and Baghdad Agree to Protect Local Agricultural Products

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the Iraqi government...

Kurdistan Loan Report Shows Nearly 1.9 Trillion IQD in Outstanding Debt

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

Kurdistan Oil Export Restart Expected to Lower Fuel Prices

The expected restart of oil exports from the Kurdistan...

Yazidi Olive Harvest Ritual Begins at Lalish

The Yazidi olive harvest began at Lalish as families and caretakers...

Jamana Fashion Redefines Distinctive Modern Fashion for a New Generation

Distinctive modern fashion is gaining momentum with Jamana Fashion,...

Dukan Dam Water Level Drops Sharply Due to Iranian Water Policies

The Dukan Dam water level has dropped significantly in...

Chinese Consul General Calls Kurdistan a Promising Investment Hub

China’s Consul General in Erbil Liu Jun praised the...

Rapid Growth of Artificial Intelligence in Kurdistan Raises Economic Hopes and Future Risks

The use of artificial intelligence in the Kurdistan Region...

Gold Prices Continue to Fall as Experts Predict Further Declines

Gold prices continue their downward trend in global markets...

Gold Prices Rise by $120 in One Week

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

Air Travel in Kurdistan Region Gradually Recovers with Around 15 Daily Flights

Air travel in the Kurdistan Region is gradually recovering,...

20% Electricity Fee Waiver Returns 8 Billion IQD to Residents

The Kurdistan Regional Government has returned nearly 8 billion...

EL&N Café: From London to Kurdistan

EL&N London — Erbil Avenue, the world-famous café brand...

Silver Prices Rise Toward $90 as Dollar Weakens

Silver price climbed on Tuesday and moved close to...

Key Issues Remain as Erbil and Baghdad Agree on Resuming Oil Exports

The Iraqi Oil Ministry has indicated that there is...

Gold Prices Traded Near $4,670 Amid Market Uncertainty

Global gold prices remained near recent highs on Wednesday,...

Air Ticket Prices Rise Across the Kurdistan Region

Air travel from the Kurdistan Region to international destinations...

Slemani Expands Access to Continuous Electricity with New Infrastructure Initiative

In a press briefing on April 28, 2025, the...

Agriculture

Erbil Silo Announces Payment Distribution for Farmers’ 2015 Dues

Farmers in Erbil who have not yet received their 2015 financial dues can now collect their payments. The Erbil Silo has urged all eligible farmers to visit the silo...

Erbil and Baghdad Agree to Protect Local Agricultural Products

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the Iraqi government have reached a new agreement to protect locally grown...

Kurdistan Honey Production Reaches Four-Year High After Strong Rainfall Season

Honey production in the Kurdistan Region has reached its highest level in four years following a season of...

Kurdistan Region Receives 68,000 Tons of Wheat from Farmers

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has received 68,000 tons of wheat from local farmers this season. The Ministry...

Egg Prices Drop to 25,000 IQD per Carton in Kurdistan Region

Egg prices in the Kurdistan Region have fallen sharply, with the cost of one carton dropping to 25,000...

Latest Articles

Chinese Car Imports to Iraq Rise 75% in First Half of 2025

Chinese car imports to Iraq surged by 75% in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period last year. This sharp rise...

Runaki Electricity Project Expands Reliable Power Across Kurdistan Region

The Runaki electricity project is reshaping energy access in the Kurdistan Region. This major initiative, led by the Kurdistan Regional Government, ensures stable electricity...

Iraq to Increase Oil Production as OPEC+ Deal Ends in August

Iraq to increase oil production starting in August 2025, as the country exits a binding OPEC+ agreement. Government officials confirmed that Iraq will raise...

KRG Halts Animal Imports to Boost Domestic Livestock Projects

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) halts animal imports as part of a broader plan to support domestic livestock development. For over a year, the...

Fish Production in Kurdistan Region Remains Stable Despite Drought Impact

Fish production in Kurdistan Region continues to meet market demand despite severe drought conditions. The Ministry of Agriculture confirmed that drought and low water...

Wheat Marketing to Kurdistan Farmers Continues Through August 2025

Wheat marketing to Kurdistan farmers is ongoing for the fifth consecutive year. This year’s collection period will continue until August 15, 2025. Farmers from...