Iraq · Country watch
Dollar Nears 170,000 Dinars, Turkish Investment Plans
The Iraqi dinar weakens against the dollar, while Turkish firm Tiryaki Agro proposes significant investments in Iraq's agriculture and logistics sectors.
In this briefing Fatih Tiryakioğlu · Adel Al-Yasiri · Tiryaki Agro · National Investment Commission · Iraqi dinar · Iraqi Ministry of Oil · Basra–Haditha–Baniyas pipeline
Companies
Tiryaki Agro proposes investments in Iraq
Türkiye's Tiryaki Agro has proposed a series of investments in Iraq, focusing on food security, food processing, and transport logistics, Iraq Business News reports. The proposals were presented to the National Investment Commission by a delegation led by Fatih Tiryakioğlu. NIC Chairman Adel Al-Yasiri received the proposals, which aim to bolster Iraq's agricultural sector and improve logistical infrastructure.
Impact Agricultural and logistics sectors may see growth from potential Turkish investments, enhancing infrastructure and food security.
Sources: Iraq Business News ↗
Markets
US dollar nears 170,000 dinars in major Iraqi cities
Part of: US Dollar exchange rate volatility in Iraq →
The exchange rate of the US dollar against the Iraqi dinar approached 170,000 dinars in Basra, Erbil, and Baghdad on November 14, 2026, according to Iraqi News. This marks a significant increase in the dollar's value across major domestic parallel markets. The rising exchange rate reflects ongoing pressures on the Iraqi currency, which could impact import costs and inflation.
Impact Importers and consumers face higher costs as the dinar weakens, affecting pricing and purchasing power.
Sources: Iraqi News ↗
Trade
Iraq reviews Basra–Haditha–Baniyas pipeline talks
The Iraqi Ministry of Oil conducted a high-level review of negotiations for the Basra–Haditha–Baniyas export pipeline on November 14, 2026, as reported by Iraqi News. The meeting assessed technical and contractual milestones in the ongoing discussions. The pipeline is a strategic project aimed at enhancing Iraq's crude oil export capacity, potentially impacting regional energy trade dynamics.
Impact Energy sector stakeholders monitor pipeline negotiations, which could boost Iraq's oil export capacity and regional trade.
Sources: Iraqi News ↗
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