Baghdad – Iraq, March 8, 2024, On International Women's Day, we unite to reaffirm our commitment to advancing the rights and empowerment of women and girls worldwide. Under the theme of "Invest in...
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Accountability for Domestic violence in Iraq: Promoting justice and non-discrimination [EN/AR]
UNAMI/OHCHR Report Calls for Further Measures to Address Domestic Violence in Iraq Baghdad, 07 March 2024 – Ahead of the International Women’s Day, the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq...
Launch of the Joint Coordination Forum (JCF) in Basra: a Collaborative Milestone for Sustainable Development and Climate Resilience in Iraq [EN/AR]
29 February 2024, Basra, Iraq – Today, H.E. Mr. Asaad Al-Aidani, Governor of Basra and Mr. Ghulam Mohammad Isaczai, the Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General, Resident Coordinator,...
Speech by Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Iraq, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert | Sixth Baghdad International Dialogue, 24 February 2024 [EN/AR]
Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, I’m glad to be part of this dialogue which explores opportunities to strengthen regional connectivity and integration. A timely gathering, I would say. As always,...
Statement from UNAMI on Misinformation Regarding the Departure of SRSG Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert [EN/AR/KU]
Baghdad, 14 February: UNAMI would like to set the record straight regarding the recent circulation of misleading reports in various Iraqi traditional and social media outlets concerning the departure...
Briefing by SRSG Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert at the 9543rd meeting of the UN Security Council | 6 February 2024 [EN/AR]
Thank you, Madam President, Distinguished members of the Security Council, With the conflict raging in Gaza, as well as armed action elsewhere, the Middle East is at a critical juncture. And, the...
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Statement by the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq, 20 January 2024 [EN/AR/KU]
Baghdad, 20 January 2024 The Middle East is at a critical juncture, with the conflict raging in Gaza and armed action elsewhere threatening a major conflagration. Iraq is at risk of being drawn even...
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The Netherlands allocates €48 million to support forcibly displaced people and host communities in Iraq through the PROSPECTS Partnership [EN/AR/KU]
The Partnership aims to enhance durable solutions in Iraq by bringing together UNHCR, UNICEF, ILO, IFC and the World Bank Baghdad, 9 January 2024 – The Ambassador of the Netherlands in Iraq, Hans...
Year-end message from the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq, 23 December 2023 [EN/AR/KU]
Looking back to last year, I stated that, with political stability and bright opportunities on the horizon, Iraq stood an excellent chance of rapidly advancing its sustainable development. One year...
UN Special Representative for Iraq attends Election Day simulation [EN/AR/KU]
Baghdad, Iraq, 12 December 2023 – The Special Representative of the Secretary-General and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, attended...
Iraq's #PasstheBaton Campaign: Uniting Against Corruption for a Brighter Future [EN/AR/KU]
Baghdad, December 7, 2023 - Iraq, in commemoration of International Anti-Corruption Day, highlights its unwavering commitment to eradicating corruption through a nationwide campaign, with support...
Green Future for Iraq - A Nationwide Tree Planting Campaign [EN/AR/KU]
Baghdad, Iraq - 29 November 2023 – In alignment with Iraq’s Prime Minister's vision to foster environmental sustainability, a new nationwide tree-planting campaign is set to be launched by the United...
Visit to Iraq by the Independent Strategic Review Team mandated by Security Council resolution 2682 (2023) [EN/AR/KU]
Mr. Volker Perthes, Head of the Independent Strategic Review Team of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), arrived in Baghdad for an official visit to the Republic of Iraq from 6-27...
Message from UN Iraq SRSG Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert on UN Day [EN/AR/KU]
Celebrated annually on 24 October, United Nations Day reminds us all of the importance of peace and of coming together for the good of humanity. These aspirations are all too significant and...
UN Iraq aims for 30 per cent less water consumption under UNAMI-UNICEF conservation project [EN/AR/KU]
Freshwater scarcity is an ever-growing global concern, casting a shadow over environmental and societal well-being. Iraq, much like its neighbours, grapples with severe water management issues...
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DSRSG/RC/HC visits Jedda 1 Rehabilitation Center in Ninewa [EN/AR/KU]
The Deputy Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq, Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator (DSRSG/RC/HC) for Iraq, Mr. Ghulam Isaczai, visited the Jedda 1...
Remarks by Claudio Cordone, Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Iraq for Political Affairs and Electoral Assistance, at the 15th Annual Conference to Address Violence Against Women and Girls Al-Hakim Foundation
Al-Hakim Foundation, 19 August 2023 Ladies and Gentlemen, Honorable guests, I am honored to be at the 15th Annual Conference to Address Violence Against Women and Girls, marking the Islamic Day for...
Remarks by the SRSG for Iraq and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, at the Commemoration of Canal Hotel Bombing
19 August 2023 Baghdad Excellencies, Colleagues, Ladies and gentlemen, Good morning, Sabah-al-Kher. We are here to commemorate, with great sadness, the 20th anniversary of the attack on the...
Remarks by the SRSG for Iraq and Head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), Ms. Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, at the 9th Annual Commemoration of Victims of the Genocide Against Yazidis and other Iraqi Components [EN/AR/KU]
Prime Minister, Excellencies, Ladies and gentlemen, When remembering the untold suffering of the Yazidi community in the district of Sinjar, words come up short. Too many lives were lost; too many...
Remarks by Claudio Cordone, Deputy Special Representative of the UN Secretary-General for Political Affairs and Electoral Assistance, at the Women Political Forum, Al Nahrain Centre for Strategic Studies [EN/AR/KU]
Distinguished participants, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am honored to be speaking at this event, which is coming during the preparations for the conduct of the Provincial Council elections planned for 18...