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1 day ago · Article. Iraq and the Demise of Federalism. By Marina Ottaway onJuly 16, 2024. A major legacy of the US occupation of Iraq was the introduction of federalism, a first for the entire region. Federalism has been slowly eroding and Kurdistan’s recent loss of control over oil revenue may prove to be the final blow. Middle East Program.
6 days ago · For the past 20 years, Iraq’s trade has operated under a dual customs regime, with different tariff rates in Federal Iraq and Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). This dual system has led to varying administrative and economic customs policies, creating complications for trade, and challenges in the way of ensuring a transparent and predictable business environment.
Jul 9, 2024 · Iraqi Kurd swap specialist Qaiwan Global Energy negotiated the final details of the deal with the ministry of economy in Baghdad on 15 March after presenting the delivery terms with the outgoing Beirut government.
Jul 5, 2024 · Iraq - Trade, Oil, Agriculture: Before the UN embargo, Iraq was a heavy importer. The chief imports included military ordnance, vehicles, industrial and electrical goods, textiles and clothing, and construction materials. About one-fourth of import spending was on foodstuffs.
6 days ago · Iraq - WW2, British Intervention, Middle East: Nuri al-Said, author of the 1930 treaty, was prime minister when war broke out. Believing that the Anglo-Iraqi alliance was the best guarantee for Iraqi security, he wanted to declare war on Germany, but his ministers counseled caution, as British victory was then in doubt.
Jun 21, 2024 · The Gaza war broke a months-long pause in militia assaults on U.S. targets within Iraq, prompting pro-Iran factions operating under the IRI banner to initiate a fresh wave of attacks.
6 days ago · Iraq - UN Embargo, Oil for Food: The UN-imposed economic embargo on Iraq remained in force during the Persian Gulf War but expired after Iraq withdrew from Kuwait.
