Iraq–Italy Business Council inaugurated in Baghdad
On 22 October, the Iraq–Italy Business Council (IIBC) was inaugurated in Baghdad in the presence of senior representatives of the Iraqi Government, international financial institutions, and a broad group of Italian and Iraqi companies and investors. Delegates from the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, the Italian Trade Agency (ICE), SACE, SIMEST, and […]
Read moreEntry/Exit System (EES) – October 12, 2025
Starting from October 12, 2025, the centralized system for the electronic registration of entry and exit of third-country nationals at the external borders of the Schengen Area for short stays becomes operational. “Short stays” means a period of up to 90 days in any 180-day period, calculated as a single period for all European countries […]
Read moreFirst Visit of Ambassador Fontana to Basra
On 25 October, Ambassador Fontana concluded his first visit to Basra. The meetings held with major Italian companies active in the area mainly in the energy, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors were both interesting and productive. The commitment of ENI, Gruppo San Donato, Progetti, and Technital was particularly appreciated for their development initiatives in southern Iraq, […]
Read moreFirst Visit of Ambassador Fontana to Basra
On 25 October, Ambassador Fontana concluded his first visit to Basra. The meetings held with major Italian companies active in the area mainly in the energy, healthcare, and infrastructure sectors were both interesting and productive. The commitment of ENI, PEG, Gruppo San Donato, Progetti, and Technital was particularly appreciated for their development initiatives in southern […]
Read moreBUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors
Are you an international investor interested in doing business in Italy? The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation provides you with a monthly publication to share new Italian economic perspectives and promote the growing advantages of investing in Italy. “BUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors” […]
Read moreAMBASSADOR FONTANA MEETS THE GOVERNOR OF AL-HILLAH IN BABYLON.
Babylon, October 2, 2025 The Italian Ambassador to Iraq, Niccolò Fontana, met today in Babylon with Adnan Al Faihan, Governor of Al-Hillah. At the heart of their discussion was the desire to strengthen a bond rooted in history and now aimed at new and ambitious prospects for cooperation. For decades, Italy has been a key […]
Read moreBUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors
Are you an international investor interested in doing business in Italy? The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation provides you with a monthly publication to share new Italian economic perspectives and promote the growing advantages of investing in Italy. “BUSINESS INSIGHTS FROM ITALY – A letter to international investors” is a useful tool […]
Read moreEuropean–Iraqi Medical Conference, Baghdad, 11–12 September 2025
The Embassy of Italy in Iraq took part in the European–Iraqi Medical Conference held in Baghdad on 12 September 2025. The event was organized by the Al-Yasir Group and brought together Iraqi health authorities, medical and pharmaceutical associations, and representatives of the pharmaceutical industry with their European partners to strengthen cooperation in the health sector. […]
Read moreBaghdad International Energy Forum, 6-7 september 2025
The Ambassador of Italy to Iraq, Niccolò Fontana, attended the opening day of the Baghdad International Energy Forum (6–7 September 2025), convened under the patronage of the Prime Minister with broad regional and international participation, including OPEC leadership, senior energy officials and representatives of the major IOCs, including ENI. Discussions focused on Iraq’s priorities to […]
Read moreOIL & GAS SECTOR: UPCOMING INITIATIVES
BAGHDAD INTERNATIONAL ENERGY FORUM From 6 to 7 September 2025, the first edition of the Baghdad International Energy Forum will be held, organized by the Ghadan Foundation for Risk Management in cooperation with the Ministry of Oil and the Iraqi Institute for Dialogue. The initiative aims to foster constructive dialogue and strategic planning with local […]
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