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...

Trade Relations Between the Kurdistan Region and France Strengthen Through Specialized Imports and Agricultural Collaboration

The Erbil Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI) has highlighted the ongoing import of specialized French products into...

KRG Delegation Arrives in Vienna for High-Level Security and Economic Talks

A high-level KRG delegation, led by Interior Minister Rebar Ahmed, arrived in Vienna to strengthen bilateral relations with...

Kurdistan Region Strengthens Digital Ties Through Global Agreements at Istanbul Expo

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has taken a significant step toward expanding its digital economy by signing twelve...

Decision to Increase Tax Does Not Apply to Internet Companies in the Kurdistan Region

The Kurdistan Region’s Ministry of Transport and Communications said the 20% tax and service increase on telecommunications services...

Tomato Production in Soran Faces Challenges

Tomato production in Soran has grown to a large...

Ministry of Finance of the Kurdistan Region Issues Two Key Decisions on “My Account” System

The Ministry of Finance of the Kurdistan Region has...

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...

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

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

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

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is boosting domestic agriculture...

Premium Scandinavian Confectionery Now Offered in Erbil

A new initiative is expanding consumer options in Erbil...

Smoothie Bowl Spot Palmera Introduces New Fruit Concept to Kurdistan Region

A new smoothie bowl spot Palmera has launched in...

Ministry of Finance of the Kurdistan Regional Government Prioritizes Banking System Modernization

The Ministry of Finance of the Kurdistan Regional Government...

U.S. Sanctions Shift Iraq’s Oil Output While Kurdistan Region Sector Stays Stable

U.S. sanctions on major Russian oil companies created serious...

KRG Council of Ministers to Discuss 2026 Budget and Oil Export Agreement Implementation

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Council of Ministers will...

Erbil Prepares to Welcome Surge of Tourists from Central and Southern Iraq for Eid al-Adha

As part of a broader strategy to stimulate tourism,...

Kurdistan Political Prisoners, Salaries to Triple as Federal Transfer Nears Completion

The transfer of political prisoners’ files from the Kurdistan...

KRG Boosts Duhok Autumn Harvest Markets

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has boosted local markets...

Slemani Expands Access to Continuous Electricity with New Infrastructure Initiative

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

Rawandiz Housing Prices: A Look at Real Estate and Rental Costs

Rawandiz housing prices show a clear variation across neighborhoods....

Fish Production in Kurdistan Region Remains Stable Despite Drought Impact

Fish production in Kurdistan Region continues to meet market...

USD/IQD Exchange Rate Rises in Erbil Markets

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

Governor: Erbil Sustained Growth Despite a Tough 2025

Erbil Governor Omed Khoshnaw described 2025 as a difficult...

Agriculture

Taqtaq Fig Festival Returns This August to Boost Local Agriculture

The Taqtaq Fig Festival will officially begin on August 15, marking its fourth year as a key seasonal event. The celebration promotes the town’s agricultural strengths and draws tourists...

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

Gold Price Falls to Nearly $5,155 as Dollar Strengthens

Gold price declined on Thursday as oil prices increased and the U.S. dollar strengthened. These changes reduced demand for gold in global markets. After Asian...

Jli Kurdi Gardenia: A Boutique Celebrating Kurdish Fashion

Kurdish clothes represent one of the most important elements of Kurdish culture and identity. In the city of Erbil, many boutiques specialize in preserving...

Iraq Plans to Resume Kirkuk Oil Exports Through Kurdistan Pipeline Next Week

Iraq may soon restart oil exports from the Kirkuk fields through the Kurdistan Region pipeline to Ceyhan port. A senior government source said exports...

Kurdistan Government Distributes Two Gas Cylinders Monthly to Households

The Kurdistan Regional Government Ministry of Natural Resources announced a new plan to distribute household cooking gas to residents through an electronic card system....

Brent Oil Prices Fall to $87 per Barrel

Global oil prices declined on Wednesday as markets reacted to news about a possible release of strategic oil reserves. Reports suggested that the International...

Gold Trades Near $5,200 per Ounce as Investors Return to Safe Haven Assets

Gold prices increased on Wednesday as investors returned to the precious metal as a safe investment. One ounce of gold traded at nearly $5,200,...