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    Economy on the Edge of the Strait: Iraq and the Ordeal of Oil Exports Amid Maritime Threats

    Dr. Ali Ahmed Abdul Marzouq / Iraqi Researcher Specializing in Security and Military Policies June 13, 2025, marked a decisive strategic turning point, pushing the region into an unprecedented power imbalance with the outbreak of direct military confrontation between Iran and Israel. This confrontation effectively ended the pattern of indirect...

    Parliamentary Performance of the Council of Representatives in Its Fifth Legislative Term: An Analysis of the Legislative Gap and Parliamentary Oversight Index

    Dr. Sabreen Sattar Jabbar / Researcher The parliamentary system is among the most widely adopted forms of governance worldwide and is considered one of the most effective in upholding democratic principles. Within such systems, the legislative body serves as a core official institution, essential for building democratic governance and revitalizing...

    Iraq’s 2025 Budget: Is It Time to Rethink How the Federal Budget Is Prepared and Implemented?

    Dr. Ali Abdulrahim Al-Aboudi / Al-Nahrain University – International Economic Relations The general budget is the most critical component of economic and social reform efforts in all countries. For this reason, nations have placed great importance on how the state’s financial budget is managed and the proper methodology for preparing...

    The Repercussions of U.S. Tariffs: On the Global Economy and International Relations “Iraq as a Case Study”

    Ziyad Abdulrahman Ali – Lecturer, College of Political Science, University of Mosul Amid escalating trade tensions between the United States and other countries, tariffs have emerged as one of the primary tools used by the U.S. administration to pursue its economic goals. In this context, the trade policy announced by...

    Real Estate and the Banking Intermediary Between Sellers and Buyers: Will the Real Estate Market Boom or Collapse?

    Salam Jabbar Shihab, Political Economy Researcher Several macroeconomic factors are driving the development of Iraq’s real estate market. The Iraqi economy benefits from high revenues, and there is a genuine and growing demand for housing. As a result, demand is expected to increase by more than 6% annually in...

    An Economic Perspective on the Feasibility of Supporting Iraqi Industrial Projects According to the Mechanisms and Regulations for Industrial Project Support in 2024

    Dr. Ali Abdul Rahim Al-Aboudi / Researcher in Political Economy Affairs, College of Political Science, Al-Nahrain University Discussing industrial projects in a country implies a high level of productive thinking, given the crucial role the industrial sector plays in supporting and stimulating the national economy. Governments worldwide have made concerted...

    E-commerce: Platforms, E-stores, and the Iraqi Economy Between Reality and Potential

    Dr. Muhammad Abdul Saleh: College of Business Economics - University of Nahrain   Weak Digital Infrastructure: Although e-commerce has become an important resource for economic diversification, Iraq still faces weak digital infrastructure. Additionally, there is a lack of trust in digital consumption (digital transactions) and other related factors, such as...

    Al-Bayan Center Publishes the 22nd Edition of “Al-Bayan Monitor” Periodical

    Al-Bayan Center for Studies and Planning has issued the 22nd edition of its renowned periodical, Al-Bayan Monitor. This publication focuses on tracking key topics explored by leading global think tanks and research institutions, particularly in relation to Iraq. This edition features a comprehensive review of developments during January 2025, including studies...

    Iraq and Foreign Policy Paths Towards Post-Assad Syria

    Firas Elias / Professor of Strategy at the University of Mosul The fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad’s regime in early December has ushered in a new regional reality. Regional countries, including Iraq, have begun to assess the areas of gain and loss resulting from the collapse of Assad’s regime....

    Insurance of Industrial Projects in the Public, Private, and Mixed Sectors Against All Types of Risks in Iraq

    Dr. Sanaa Abdel Qader Mustafa  /Arab Academy in Denmark / Head of the Department of Economics, Financial and Banking Management The development of a country's national economy is often measured by the advancement of its insurance sector. Insurance plays a critical role in managing industrial facilities and projects while serving...