Gold Prices Remained Steady Near $4,500 Amid Iran Conflict Uncertainty

Gold prices remained steady at around $4,500 per ounce as global markets reacted cautiously to ongoing geopolitical tensions....

20% Electricity Fee Waiver Returns 8 Billion IQD to Residents

The Kurdistan Regional Government has returned nearly 8 billion Iraqi dinars to residents following a 20% electricity fee...

Food Supply Secured Amid Regional Tensions For Two-Months

The Ministry of Trade in the Kurdistan Region has confirmed that sufficient food supply is available across its storage facilities. Officials say current reserves can meet demand for at...

Decline in Gold Prices in Erbil Markets

Gold prices had a decline on Wednesday in Erbil markets, continuing a downward trend compared to the previous day. This drop reflects recent fluctuations in global gold markets and...

The Indian Ambassador stated that they encourage entrepreneurs and businesspeople from both the Kurdistan Region and India to strengthen and broaden their partnerships

The Indian Ambassador to Iraq, Somin Pakchi, has emphasized the growing importance of trade ties between India and...

Gold Prices Rise in Erbil Amid Market Fluctuations

Gold prices in Erbil have seen a notable increase this week, reflecting both local and global market trends....

Supply Chain Disruption: Explosion Impacts Kurdish Imports at Key Ports

On April 27, 2025, Akram Massoud, a representative of the Chinese trading company Hanzhou, highlighted the primary ports...

Empire World Wins Prestigious Award for Fastest-Growing Household Business

Empire World continues to set new benchmarks in rapid development, infrastructure, and business progress across Iraq. In 2025,...

Iraq Anticipates Wheat Harvest Surplus Amid Nationwide Agricultural Efforts

The Iraqi Ministry of Commerce has announced the commencement...

Korek Mountain Hosts Fifth Snow Festival, Drawing Thousands of Tourists

The Kurdistan Region has launched Iraq’s fifth snow festival...

Business

Economy

Energy

Kirkuk Oil Exports Reach 250,000 Barrels Per Day Amid Regional Recovery

Kirkuk oil exports through the Kurdistan Region climbed steadily...

Oil Prices Drop 5% as Market Faces Unprecedented Uncertainty

Global oil prices fell sharply by 5 percent on...

Gas Cylinders Distribution to Resume in Erbil Through a Coupon System

Authorities in Erbil will restart the distribution of household...

Erbil Sets 50-Liter Daily Fuel Limit for Vehicles

The Erbil Directorate of Oil and Minerals has ordered...

Dana Gas Withdraws Staff from Khor Mor Gas Field Amid Regional Security Threats

Dana Gas has withdrawn all its employees from the...

DNO Expects Long-Term Oil Production in Kurdistan Licenses

DNO has outlined a long-term production outlook for its...

Iraq Resumes Oil Exports Through Kurdistan Region Pipeline

Iraq has officially resumed exporting oil through the Kurdistan...

Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Natural Resources Responds to Iraqi Ministry of Oil Statements

The Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Natural Resources has...

General News

Lithos Brings Authentic Greek Cuisine to Erbil

Lithos Restaurant is one of the most distinctive Greek-style...

20% Electricity Fee Waiver Returns 8 Billion IQD to Residents

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

USD/IQD Exchange Rate Rises in Erbil Markets

The USD recorded a slight increase against the Iraqi...

Kurdistan Prepares Salary List and Audit Report for Submission to Baghdad

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has finalized preparations to...

KRG Implements 67 Infrastructure Projects to Improve Services in Erbil

The Kurdistan Regional Government’s (KRG) Ministry of Municipalities and...

Iraqi Import Ban Opens Door for Kurdistan Region to Export Live Poultry

The Kurdistan Region plans to officially export surplus live...

Dukan–Chwarqurna Road Project Moves Forward; 13% Completed

Construction work continues on the Dukan–Chwarqurna dual-carriageway road, a...

Kurdistan Region Extends Oil Agreement with Baghdad Until March 2026

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has extended its oil...

Silver Prices Rise to $73 Per Ounce Amid Geopolitical Developments

The price of silver climbed steadily on Wednesday. The...

Runaki Electricity Project Expands Reliable Power Across Kurdistan Region

The Runaki electricity project is reshaping energy access in...

Iraq and Syria Strengthen Security and Energy Collaboration Amid Regional Shifts

An Iraqi governmental delegation recently traveled to Damascus to...

Erbil to Receive Full Access to Water by July 2025, Says Hemn Group CEO

Khalid Khoshnaw, the CEO of Hemn Group, has announced...

Zakho Supervisor Reports $400 Million in Investment and Major Infrastructure Gains in 2025

The Zakho Independent Administration attracted nearly $400 million in investment during...

KRG Invests 850 Million Dinars in Alane Village Infrastructure to Boost Local Economy

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has allocated 850 million...

NEXO Cosmetics Brings UK Beauty Standards to Erbil

NEXO Cosmetics, a UK-based makeup brand, has begun attracting...

Tomato Sauce Production in the Kurdistan Region Rises with Local Farm Support

Tomato sauce production in the Kurdistan Region continues to...

Erbil Green Belt Project to Boost Urban Sustainability

The Erbil Green Belt is a major initiative by...

Agriculture

Kurdistan Showcases Growth at Erbil International Fair

The Erbil International Fair opened with strong momentum as more than 352 companies from 21 countries launched the eighth edition of the event. Organizers confirmed that interest increased this year, and...

Kurdistan Agriculture Ministry Imposes 2026 Fishing Ban

The Ministry of Agriculture and Water Resources of the Kurdistan Regional Government has announced a fishing ban for...

Kurdistan Sees Sharp Decrease in Vegetable and Fruit Prices as Iran Reopens Border Crossings

Border crossings between the Kurdistan Region and Iran reopened after several days of disruption. This move stabilized food...

Netherlands–Kurdistan Agricultural Partnership Brings Advanced Glasshouse Technology to Erbil

A new agricultural partnership between the Netherlands and the Kurdistan Region is introducing advanced Dutch glasshouse technology to Erbil. The initiative aims to...

Kurdistan Region Expands Agriculture to Achieve Self-Sufficiency, Boost Exports

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is boosting domestic agriculture to reduce reliance on imports and achieve self-sufficiency, officials...

Latest Articles

120 Billion Dinars of Non-Oil Revenues is Being Prepared

The Ministry of Finance and Economy of the Kurdistan Region has officially started procedures to prepare 120 billion Iraqi dinars in non-oil revenues. Therefore,...

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 to expand 24-hour electricity access across...

Ministry of Trade: Monthly Food Distribution Will Continue in Kurdistan Region

The Ministry of Trade of the Kurdistan Region confirmed that it is distributing the first portion of 2026’s monthly food aid. Officials said that...

Raparin Autonomous Administration to Receive 24-Hour Electricity Service

Preparations to provide 24-hour electricity in the Raparin Autonomous Administration have reached the final stage. Officials confirmed that, if no technical problems arise, residents across the...

Gold Traded Near $5,200 on Tariff Uncertainty

Gold traded near $5,200 on Thursday as investors reacted to global political uncertainty and shifting trade policies. Market participants closely monitored developments in Washington...

Silver Price Stabilizes Near $90 Amid Trade and Geopolitical Tensions

Silver price held steady in global markets, with one ounce trading at $89.51. Accordingly, one kilogram stands at $2,877. The metal remains close to...