Despite the Iraqi Parliament's opposition to new oil deals, the Kurdish region has signed production contracts with U.S. and Irish oil firms.
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The Oil Ministry has scheduled its fourth bidding round for Jan. 25 or 26, despite parliamentary opposition, and will release the list of pre-qualified companies next week.
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Oil ministers from the three countries agreed in principle to pipe Iranian gas to Iraq and Syria, and eventually to Europe.
China brings Ahdab field online
After renegotiating a Saddam Hussein-era contract, the China National Petroleum Corp. starts pumping Ahdab oil.
Unresolved disputes mar Iraq-Kuwait relations
Tensions rise between Iraq and Kuwait – and among Iraqi politicians – over outstanding Saddam-era reparations, border negotiations, alleged oil theft, and Gulf port development plans.
Oil Police doubles down on security
After being temporarily removed from leading Beiji refinery security, the Oil Police is revamping its strategy and increasing its presence.
Shell gas deal gets initial OK, including exports
Iraq inked a draft deal to form a company with Shell and Mitsubishi to capture, process and export gas that is currently flared in Basra fields.
$100 to be a Baghdad airport VIP, oil companies welcome
A new luxury service enables well-heeled travelers to avoid long lines and discomforts, despite concerns over secretive and expensive business practices.
Oil Police doubles down on security
After being temporarily removed from leading Beiji refinery security, the Oil Police is revamping its strategy and increasing its presence.
