News
26 June 2025

Iraq rail upgrade project receives $930m backing

In:
Social infrastructure, Transport
Region:
Middle East & Africa

The World Bank has approved a $930 million financing to help improve Iraq’s railway performance, boost domestic trade, create jobs, and diversify the economy. The Iraq Railways Extension and Modernisation (IREM) Project will upgrade the railway infrastructure and services between Umm Qasr...

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