Economy Economy 2017-08-15 Iraq resumes small business loans in Ninawa The loans will help residents start new businesses in the post-ISIS era and will serve as a catalyst for economic revival in the province. Economy 2017-07-12 East Mosul markets bustle with shoppers After its liberation from ISIS, east Mosul is experiencing a boom in economic activity as shoppers flock to purchase goods previously banned by the group. Economy 2017-07-12 Banknote bearing al-Assad’s image sparks boycott Some Syrians see the issuance of a new banknote that bears the image of troubled president Bashar al-Assad as an act of provocation. Economy 2017-04-10 Ninawa government workers receive back pay After surviving with no income for months, provincial government employees are getting paid again, and are being cleared to return to work. Economy 2017-03-27 Reopened al-Bab bakery provides relief to city residents The city's automated bakery is now operational thanks to the efforts of the Free Syrian Army and local council. Economy 2017-02-20 Iran sinks economic teeth deeper into Syria Iran's new oil and telecommunication contracts with Syria reveal its intention to expand its economic footprint in that country, economists say. Economy 2017-01-17 Iraq's Ninawa begins to return to power grid Electricity services have been restored to many parts of the province, including in Mosul where Iraqi forces are still battling the 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant'. Economy 2016-12-12 IRGC poised to seize economic control of Syria Iran has been taking advantage of the turmoil in Syria to expand its economic interests and influence in the country via its Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Economy 2016-10-21 Ramadi sees uptick in economic activity Following the expulsion of the 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant' last December, the city's economy has experienced significant improvement. Economy 2016-08-23 Diyala job programme helps displaced Iraqis The Diyala government says creating job opportunities for families displaced by the 'Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant' is a top priority. Previous | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Next
