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Iraq Business
an hour ago
- Business
- Iraq Business
Baghdad Airport Development progresses with Public-Private Partnership
By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani has reaffirmed his government's commitment to upgrading Baghdad International Airport (BIAP), chairing a high-level meeting to advance a public-private partnership (PPP) project aimed at overhauling Iraq's main aviation hub. Attended by representatives from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Prime Minister's advisors, and the Head of the Iraqi Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA), the meeting focused on finalising the bidding documents and launching the Request for Proposals (RFP) for qualified investors. The Prime Minister emphasised that the project must reflect Baghdad's status and meet rising passenger demand, in line with international standards. He called for guarantees to protect current employees and enhance their skills, while ensuring commercial management to improve state revenues. Plans include a new terminal with an annual capacity of 8.5 million passengers-expected to rise to 15 million by 2040-along with runway upgrades, VIP terminal unification, and investment in commercial activities around the airport. The IFC, which has supported similar airport projects in 11 airports across nine countries, is advising the government on feasibility, technical scope, and private sector engagement. While security and core sovereign functions will remain under government control, private investors will manage passenger services, ground handling, and air cargo within the terminals. (Source: PMO) Tags: Aviation, Baghdad, Baghdad International Airport, Baghdad International Airport Development Project, BIAP, cg, featured, Infrastructure, International Finance Corporation (IFC), Investment, Iraq Civil Aviation Authority (ICAA), public=private partnership (PPP), World Bank
MTV Lebanon
9 hours ago
- Business
- MTV Lebanon
Watch: The President in Baghdad
President Joseph Aoun arrived at Baghdad International Airport at 10 am on Sunday, where he was received by Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, his office director Ihsan Al Awadi, the head of the Iraqi National Security Service Abdel Karim Al Basri, along with several senior Iraqi officials, the Lebanese ambassador to Iraq Ali Habhab, the chargé d'affaires Nada Majoul, and embassy staff. The President and the Iraqi Prime Minister proceeded to the platform where the Lebanese and Iraqi national anthems were played, followed by an honor guard review. President Aoun then greeted members of the Iraqi delegation, while Prime Minister Sudani greeted members of the Lebanese delegation. From the airport, President Aoun made the following statement: 'I am pleased to accept the invitation of my brother, His Excellency the President of the brotherly Republic of Iraq, Abdul Latif Rashid, whom I previously met in Cairo on the sidelines of the extraordinary Arab Summit held in the Egyptian capital. This visit is also an opportunity to meet with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani, reflecting the depth of the historic brotherly relations that bind Lebanon and Iraq and embody our shared commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination in various fields. This visit is an opportunity to thank the Iraqi leadership and the brotherly Iraqi people for their continuous support to Lebanon and for the valuable assistance they have provided to the Lebanese people, especially during the recent war witnessed by Lebanon. We also highly appreciate the shipments of Iraqi oil, which have provided vital support to Lebanon in its difficult circumstances, expressing the sincere spirit of Arab brotherhood and its noble meanings. I must also congratulate brotherly Iraq on its outstanding success in hosting the Arab Summit and the Arab Economic Development Summit, which marked an important milestone in the path of joint Arab work. This success reflects Iraq's ability to shoulder its leadership responsibilities in the region and its pivotal role in strengthening Arab solidarity. I am confident that the talks I will hold today will confirm the complete alignment of views between Lebanon and Iraq, especially regarding deepening coordination and cooperation in all security fields, particularly in combating terrorism and extremism, stemming from our shared belief that security and stability in our countries are interconnected, and that facing security challenges requires joint efforts and exchanging expertise and information. This visit affirms Lebanon's keenness to develop its relations with brotherly Iraq in various political, economic, cultural, and security fields, serving the interests of our two brotherly peoples and enhancing the stability and prosperity of the region.' From the airport, President Aoun headed to the Iraqi Presidential Palace to meet with President Rashid.
Iraqi News
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Iraqi News
The official reception ceremony for the Lebanese President begins at Baghdad International Airport
Baghdad-INA The official reception ceremonies for the Lebanese President, Joseph Aoun, began with Prime Minister Muhammad Shia' al-Sudani at Baghdad International Airport. The media office of the Prime Minister stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that "the reception ceremonies included the playing of the national anthems of Iraq and Lebanon, a review of the honor guard, and the salute of the flags of the two countries."
Shafaq News
3 days ago
- Business
- Shafaq News
Iraq eyes major Baghdad Airport expansion
Shafaq News/ On Thursday, Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani called for the modernization of Baghdad International Airport, aiming to match the capital's stature amid rising passenger demand. According to a statement from the prime minister's media office, al-Sudani chaired a meeting with representatives from the International Finance Corporation (IFC), government advisors, and the head of Iraq's Civil Aviation Authority. The discussion confirmed that bidding documents are finalized and that a request for proposals will soon be issued to qualified companies, with competitive dialogue rounds planned to select the most suitable offer. Al-Sudani also stressed the importance of bringing the airport's services and infrastructure in line with international standards, emphasizing the protection of current employees' rights, the enhancement of their skills, and the creation of new job opportunities. Moreover, development consultants presented the project's key features, including the construction of a new terminal designed to handle 8.5 million passengers annually, with traffic expected to reach 15 million before 2040. The planned upgrades further include modernizing runways and aprons, streamlining passenger flow, unifying VIP terminals, and strengthening operational oversight.
Shafaq News
24-05-2025
- Shafaq News
Death before freedom: Iraqi prisoner loses life before amnesty
Shafaq News/ A prisoner set for release under Iraq's General Amnesty Law has died in custody, triggering calls for an investigation into alleged abuse at Baghdad International Airport prison. According to a security source familiar with the case, Haider Saud al-Ulayawi, a 39-year-old father of three from Ramadi, had served nine years of a sentence for a 2016 theft conviction. His family had been notified on Thursday that he would be transferred for retrial in Ramadi the following morning. Instead, they were informed of his death by another detainee early Friday. Relatives who collected al-Ulayawi's body from the Baghdad Forensic Department reported visible signs of physical trauma. However, the department provided no official explanation for the death and instructed the family to return in a month for further clarification. Shafaq News correspondent reported that the family is demanding a transparent investigation and legal action against those responsible. The prison administration has yet to comment on the incident.
