Iraqi - European meeting

[SupraRacer]

1 hour ago, 10 YEARS LATER said:

YA KNOW....I ‘D LIKE TO EMBARK ON A TRIP TO EUROPE!!!!!!!

 

Its a crying shame I’m not a career criminal politician. Doesn’t matter what country: they’re always hob knobing about with the other Big Knobs.

 

Me ..... I’d be “ embarking “ on so many “ junkets “ I’d have already racked up enough frequent flyer miles to be equivalent to going to Mars and back.

 

Hell, Maliki has enough BILLIONS he could by a private jet aircraft for every day of the week and he wouldn’t even blink at the $$$$$ amount.

 

 

 

I hear ya 10YL.  I'd just like to embark on a trip across town. 

 

But alas this is only a begging for more money because we seem to squander all our own money somehow but they keep begging and begging and begging and countries still keep giving and giving and giving.  When and I mean WHEN will these countries wise up and quit giving them OUR (We the People's) money. 

 

SR

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6 hours ago, SupraRacer said:

 

I hear ya 10YL.  I'd just like to embark on a trip across town. 

 

But alas this is only a begging for more money because we seem to squander all our own money somehow but they keep begging and begging and begging and countries still keep giving and giving and giving.  When and I mean WHEN will these countries wise up and quit giving them OUR (We the People's) money. 

 

SR

 

Agreed SR . . . it's just one Face Palm after another chock full of frustration - 

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7 hours ago, NoviceInvestor said:

I would like to firstly embark on a trip to the bank ..

 

Indeed . . .first things first !  . . . then comes the " embarking "

[yota691]

Political analyst reduces the importance of the European tour of Abdul-Mahdi and shows the reasons

Release date: 2019/4/29 20:56 • 478 times read

(Baghdad: Al-Furat News) The specialist on political affairs Jassim al-Moussawi played down the importance of the European tour of Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi for Monday.

"There is a big difference between Iraq or others coming to Iraq and a big difference between Iraq being strong or others feeling that Iraq is a balance for the region," Moussawi told Al-Furat News. 
He added that "the prime minister's visit needs 12 hours to cut travel tickets between the three countries, which is directed to it on Monday, so the remaining time I think a message on the Iraqi government's determination to open to the Europeans and more importantly, what are the successes after the visit," the visit returned " More than what an institution of economic security movement. " 
"There is no economic balance between Iraq and all the countries that have contracted with it except for Jordan, so this visit does not give great output, but it is a positive step for the government."
"The most important factor among the economic agreements after the restoration of the political house is that there is a balance of what to give and what to take," he said. "The others we agree with have offered money and some of them wanted to make landmarks in Iraq. 
"Iraq can not get rid of the regional complexities, considering that the internal and external are linked together, so Iraq is trying to find balance in Baghdad and the region," Moussaoui said. 
Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi left Baghdad on Monday for a one-day official visit, including Germany, France and the Netherlands. 
Abdul Mahdi is scheduled to meet with heads of state and prime ministers.
Abdul Mahdi is likely to discuss the most important issues related to the process of stabilizing Iraq and rebuilding the liberated areas

[yota691]

Mahdi meets Merkel in Berlin

Editorial Date: 2019/4/30 13:38 • 30 times read

[yota691]

Abdelmahdi meets Merkel in Germany

Political | 01:41 - 30/04/2019

 

 

 

 

 

Baghdad - Mawazine News 
Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi met Tuesday with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the capital Berlin. 
The Information Office of Abdul - Mahdi said in a brief statement received / scales News /, a copy of it, that "German Chancellor Angela Merkel, received today, Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi in the capital Berlin." 
The visit comes to discuss bilateral relations and promote economic and trade cooperation. 
It is said that Abdul - Mahdi announced on April 17 this he planned to visit France and Germany , the month of Ramadan , which marks the first of May 29 Almqubl.anthy / r week ago

 

[6ly410]

 

[Butifldrm]

Mahdi meets Merkel in Berlin

13:41 - 30/04/2019

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Information / Baghdad .. 
met with Prime Minister Adel Abdul - Mahdi , Tuesday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel in thecapital Berlin. "Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi met today with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the capital Berlin," 
Abdel Mahdi's office said in a brief statement received by al- Maaloumah . The statement gave no further details. On Monday evening, Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi arrived in the German capital of Berlin as part of a European tour involving Germany and France. Ending / 25

https://www.almaalomah.com/2019/04/30/403469/

[danielchu]

Dismissal is the treatment for not getting your government set up! Good guess!

[yota691]

 

Abdul Mahdi and Merkel hold joint talks

Editorial date: 2019/4/30 14:18 • 60 times scheduled

The Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel held a joint session of talks in Berlin in the presence of the two official delegations on expanding economic cooperation and developing relations between the two countries in all fields.

The official reception of the Prime Minister and his accompanying delegation was held in Berlin this morning. German Chancellor Angela Merkel was at the head of the audience, where he played during the reception ceremonies the Iraqi and German nationalities and the inspection of the guard of honor. 
The delegation includes the Prime Minister, the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Trade, Electricity, Construction, Housing, Municipalities, Amina Baghdad, the National Security Adviser and a number of officials and advisors.

[mr.unlikely]

32 minutes ago, Butifldrm said:

Mahdi meets Merkel in Berlin

13:41 - 30/04/2019

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Information / Baghdad .. 
met with Prime Minister Adel Abdul - Mahdi , Tuesday, German Chancellor Angela Merkel in thecapital Berlin. "Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi met today with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the capital Berlin," 
Abdel Mahdi's office said in a brief statement received by al- Maaloumah . The statement gave no further details. On Monday evening, Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi arrived in the German capital of Berlin as part of a European tour involving Germany and France. Ending / 25

https://www.almaalomah.com/2019/04/30/403469/

If you put a bag over their heads, it would be hard to tell who was who.

Man boob Mahdi. Thats what they call him. I dont know why they just do.

[yota691]

The prime minister announced from Berlin the signing of an agreement with Siemens worth 14 billion dollars

Editorial date: 2019/4/30 14:57 • 4 times read

(Baghdad: Al-Furat News) Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi announced the signing of important agreements with Germany in several areas, including energy.

"Among these agreements is the signing of a four-pronged agreement with Siemens for $ 14 billion to implement large-scale projects in the electricity field," Abdul-Mahdi told a joint news conference in Berlin with German Chancellor Angela Merkel. 
He added: "We have discussed the situation in the region and the complexities in it and the role of Iraq is important, Iraq to gather parliaments 6 countries surrounding it, and this is a sign of his weight, because he wants to promote peace and remove the negative effects." 
He met with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin and held a joint session of talks on expanding economic cooperation and developing relations between the two countries in all fields.

[yota691]

Abdulmahdi announces signing of four agreements with Siemens for $ 14 billion

Political | 02:46 - 30/04/2019

 

 

 

BAGHDAD (Reuters) 
- Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi announced on Tuesday the signing of four agreements with Siemens about electricity projects in Iraq. 
"The Ministry of Electricity has signed four agreements with Siemens," Abdulmahdi told a news conference with German Chancellor Angela Merkel in Berlin. 
He added that "the agreements worth 14 billion dollars." 
Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi arrived in the German capital Berlin on Monday evening and met with Merkel

 

 

 

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[yota691]

 

LIVE: Iraq’s PM Abdul-Mahdi pays official visit to Berlin

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Bavaria .... go to Bavaria !

[6ly410]

Prime Minister Abd Al-Mahdi holds talks with German Chancellor

 

 30 Apr 2019 - 3:47 pm 

 

Prime Adil Abd Al-Mahdi held talks in Berlin today with German Chancellor Angela Merkel on strengthening the strategic partnership between Iraq and Germany, the economic development and reconstruction of Iraq as well as regional peace and security.

Prime Minister Abd Al-Mahdi arrived in Berlin on Monday for his first official visit to Germany since taking office in October 2018.

The Prime Minister is accompanied by a high-level delegation including the Ministers of Foreign Affairs, Trade, Electricity, Construction and Housing, the National Security Adviser and a number of other officials.

During the visit, the two sides will sign several agreements and MoUs covering several areas including energy, economic cooperation and trade.

Prime Minister Abd Al-Mahdi will also visit Paris for talks with the French President, Emmanuel Macron.

 

[6ly410]

Iraq signs agreement with Germany’s Siemens to rebuild power sector

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A sign of Germany's industrial group Siemens AG in Duisburg, Germany, Jan. 28, 2019. (Photo: Reuters/Wolfgang Rattay)

 

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ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – Iraq has taken a step forward to rebuilding its power sector after it signed an agreement with German company Siemens on Tuesday to implement the start of a new roadmap.

According to a statement by Siemens, the agreement builds on an “exclusive” memorandum of understanding which Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity and the German energy company signed in October 2018.

The agreement “outlines the specific projects, associated budgets, and timelines for the execution phase, covering all essential elements of the electrification of Iraq,” the statement added.

The document was signed during Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi’s trip to the German capital of Berlin where he met with Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Siemens said its roadmap includes “a series of short, medium, and long-term plans designed to meet the reconstruction goals of Iraq and support the country’s economic development.”

Iraq is still suffering from a chronic, severe shortage of power supply, despite successive governments reportedly spending close to USD 50 billion on the sector since 2003.

Summer months in the nation have proved to be the most trying times for various administrations in Baghdad since 2003 as they have struggled to provide consistent power in the sweltering heat to citizens whose increased summer use of air-conditioning and other appliances strains the grid’s capacity. 

Mass protests began last July in the city of Basra and spread across several southern and central provinces, including the capital, and resulted in at least dozens of deaths.

In addition to demands for improved services, electricity primary among them, other central issues of the movement have been poor infrastructure, lack of employment, and government corruption.

 

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Iraq signs deal with Siemens to upgrade, boost electricity sector

By Rudaw 3 hours ago 

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Iraqi PM Adil Abdul-Mahdi (back row, left) and German Chancellor Angela Merkel (back row, right) look on as Iraq’s Electricity Minister Luay al-Khateeb (left) and Siemens AG President Joe Kaeser (right) sign an implementation agreement in Berlin on April 30, 2019. Photo: Zinar Shino/Rudaw

BERLIN – Iraq’s Ministry of Electricity signed an implementation agreement with German technology conglomerate Siemens for a series of projects that could be worth as much as $14 billion and will overhaul Iraq’s beleaguered power generation sector. The ceremony was presided over by Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel in the German capital on April 30, 2019. 

“I believe everyone will be happy with this agreement,” Abdul-Mahdi told reporters just after the paperwork was signed. The overhaul project will take place in four stages and could cost up to $14 billion, he stated. 

The agreement, signed by Iraq’s Electricity Minister Luay al-Khateeb and Siemens AG President Joe Kaeser, “includes the addition of new and highly-efficient power generation capacity, rehabilitation and upgrade of existing plants and the expansion of transmission and distribution networks,” Siemens stated in a press release. 

"Our mission is to secure reliable and affordable electricity for the Iraqi people and help them rebuild their country," said Kaeser. 

The first phase consists of three contracts valued at 700 million euros ($785 million), according to Siemens. The three contracts are construction of a 500 megawatt gas-fired plant in al-Zubaidiya, Wasit province, upgrading 40 gas turbines, and installing 13 substations and 34 transformers across the country. 

Emerging from years of war, Iraq has a chronic shortage of electricity and relies on imports from Iran. One factor that sparked deadly protests during the scorching heat last summer in Basra was power outages. 

Siemens signed a memorandum of understanding with Iraq in October to explore proposals from the German company for Iraq’s electricity sector, but it faced tough competition from American GE, which inked its own memo with Baghdad at the same time. 

“This is all up for competition of course,” said Abdul-Mahdi on Tuesday. “Siemens as a competent, known company with big works in Iraq has great chances in the framework of this roadmap. It can obtain a big part of these projects.”

GE says it is still in the game, however, and “continues to engage with the government of Iraq to strengthen the country’s energy infrastructure,” the company told Bloomberg on Monday. “We expect the government to evaluate all the solutions put forth to make the best decision for the Iraqi people.”

To sweeten the deal, Siemens has pledged donations to health clinic, grants for universities, and vocational training for more than 1,000 Iraqis. 

Iraq is keen to bring foreign investment into the country has it struggles to rebuild after the war with ISIS. The country is now enjoying “unprecedented” peace and security, said Abdul-Mahdi. 

He argued that Iraq should be given special consideration as it battles terrorism. 

“We believe that there are international standards and standards from the European Union that are being implemented on Iraq in an unsuitable manner. They are being implemented as though Iraq hasn’t or isn’t fighting a wide war against terror,” he said. 

Describing Iraq as unsafe and weak “prevents” investment and damages international credit rankings, he said. “This is an essential and important topic – Iraq shouldn’t be dealt with like any other country. Rather it should be treated as in the condition of crisis, for it to be treated like its people and armed forces are fighting a fierce battle against terror.”

International organizations need to understand this, he appealed, pointing that while the Islamic State has been dealt harsh blows, it is not defeated yet. 

Joining Abdul-Mahdi on his first trip outside of the Middle East as prime minister are the ministers of foreign affairs, commerce, electricity, housing and construction, municipalities, and the national security advisor. 

 

 

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«Economy News» published details of the agreement between Iraq and Siemens German to repair electricity

 

During the signing of the Minister of Electricity agreement with Siemens «Economy News»

energy Economy News Baghdad: The agency "Economy News", details of the agreement between Iraq and the German company Siemens to repair electricity and add 11 thousand megawatts over the next four years. In the presence of Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel, the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, at the headquarters of the German Chancellery in Berlin, concluded with the German company Siemens on Tuesday, 30/4/2019, the agreement to implement the roadmap for the development of the electricity sector in Iraq. Like the Iraqi Ministry of Electricity, Minister Luay Khatib, and the German company, its chief executive and chairman Joe Kaiser. "After decades of challenges in the power supply portfolio, poor sanitation and lack of services, this efficient map will pave the way for economic, social and service development in Iraq," the Electricity Ministry said in a news release. "This agreement marks the beginning of a strategic relationship between the Republics of Iraq and Germany, starting with the energy and economic affairs file. The map will develop a comprehensive concept for the electricity sector in Iraq (production, transportation and distribution) (650,000) million euros, will add to the national electricity system capacity of up to (11 thousand) megawatts, as well as the processing of many transformer stations (400, 132) KV, and power transmission lines, as required by the Ministry of Electricity " . "In addition to the addition and implementation of smart grid distribution project in selected areas, as a basis for the development of networks in all governorates of the country, it was agreed to continue negotiations on the projects specified in this map to improve the terms of the agreement, including prices to get the best, That these projects collide with the work of other firm companies or limit their opportunities to invest in energy in Iraq. " He added that "the paragraphs of the agreement confirmed the implementation of three-year, short (accelerated) one-year, was concluded by the amount of (700) million euros, which will include the processing (13) transformer station (132) KV, and cooling systems for production stations, (750 MW) to the system, while the second phase (medium range) is two years long and the third stage (long term) is four years. " The ministry pointed out that the aim of this agreement is to provide promising job opportunities and invest the Iraqi cadres, develop them and create a promising private sector to build a profitable and profitable national network that manages the state budget and reduces the risks to the minimum acceptable standards. Views 46   Date Added 04/30/2019

  
 http://economy-news.net/content.php?id=16476

[DoD]

Why don’t she ask him when he’s gonna finish setting up his government. She could say something like, hey Mahdi it’s been a year since Iraq held their elections when you gonna step up an do your job...

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41 minutes ago, DoD said:

Why don’t she ask him when he’s gonna finish setting up his government. She could say something like, hey Mahdi it’s been a year since Iraq held their elections when you gonna step up an do your job...

 

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[6ly410]

Siemens to Upgrade Iraq's Electricity Grid: Abdul-Mahdi

 

 BasNews   30/04/2019 - 22:05  Published in Iraq

 

http://www.basnews.com/index.php/en/news/iraq/517871

ERBIL - Siemens was the "main partner" in a roadmap agreement to upgrade Iraq's electricity grid, Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi said on Tuesday.

The Iraqi premier made the remarks at a joint press conference with German Chancellor Angela Merkel where Abdul-Mahdi pointed out that Siemens "will carry out a four-stage power project in Iraq at a total cost of 14 billion dollars," as cited by Iraqi News.

He further noted that Siemens and US rival General Electric are in a competition for a contract to improve the sector of electricity in Iraq, according to Alghad Press.

Meanwhile, Abdul-Mahdi, who is travelling across Europe since Monday, also urged Merkel to continue her country's military aid to Iraq, including training and advising thousands of Iraqis.

The German chancellor reportedly responded to the call positively, while certain Shi'ite political parties are attempting to pass a law for ousting the foreign forces from Iraq.

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Merkel: Germany supports territorial integrity of Iraq

German chancellor meets Iraqi premier, pledges to strengthen political and economic ties between two countries

Ayhan Şimşek   |30.04.2019

 

 

https://www.aa.com.tr/en/europe/merkel-germany-supports-territorial-integrity-of-iraq/1466466

BERLIN 

Chancellor Angela Merkel has reaffirmed Germany’s support for the territorial integrity of Iraq and pledged closer political and economic ties between the two countries.

Speaking at a joint news conference with visiting Iraqi Prime Minister Adil Abdul-Mahdi in Berlin, Merkel praised the government’s efforts to preserve the unity of Iraq.

“I have once again clearly expressed our support for the territorial integrity of Iraq,” she stressed.

“We have very intensive relations with the regional government in Erbil, but always as an integral part of Iraq, and we will continue to follow this approach,” she added.

Merkel said Germany was interested in further strengthening cooperation with Iraq in the fields of economy, energy and security, and pledged continued support for the reconstruction efforts in Iraq after years of fighting with the Daesh terrorist group.

Following Merkel’s meeting with Abdul-Mahdi at the Chancellery, German technology giant Siemens and Iraq’s Minister of Electricity Luay al-Khateeb signed a memorandum of understanding on upgrading Iraq's electricity infrastructure.

Abdul-Mahdi told reporters that Iraq’s plan to upgrade its electricity infrastructure would consist of four stages, with various projects worth around $14 billion (€ 12.5 billion). 

The Iraqi premier said Siemens has had good chances of winning majority of the contracts.

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Official statement on Abdul-Mahdi's talks with Merkel and the German president

Editorial date: 2019/4/30 22:53 • 272 times read

The Prime Minister, Adel Abdul Mahdi, on the first day of his visit to the Federal Republic of Germany and met with senior German officials, continued cooperation between the two countries in various fields, foremost of which is economic cooperation and support of Germany for construction projects, reconstruction and energy and training of Iraqi security forces.

"He said, according to a statement of his office received the agency {Euphrates News} a copy of it, that" Iraq wants Germany to continue to support the security and economy, and thank for standing with us in the war against da'ash and the provision of humanitarian and financial aid, "noting that" Electricity signed with Siemens and the Iraqi people know the technological and economic capabilities of Germany, and this contract is the introduction of major development projects between the two countries. " 
The German Chancellor Angela Merkel said that her country is pleased to visit the Prime Minister of Germany and stressed that her country will work to enable it to be a good partner with Iraq and its people and we are committed to the reconstruction of Iraq and to support its stability, security and economy, and its country considers respect and appreciation for its outstanding role in the region and its relations with its surroundings and neighboring countries, "We will continue to support and train Iraqi forces and increase cooperation in all areas."
Prime Minister Adel Abdel Mehdi held a series of bilateral and joint meetings and discussions in Berlin with German Chancellor Angela Merkel, Federal Chancellor Frank-Walter Steinmeier and Germany's Minister for Development and Economic Cooperation. The ministers and officials held talks with their counterparts on the German side. 
In the presence of the Prime Minister and the German Chancellor, an agreement was signed with Siemens to implement the roadmap for the development of the electricity sector in Iraq by the Minister of Electricity Luay Al-Khatib. The German company was represented by its CEO and Chairman Joe Kaiser. The contract includes the development of the national electricity sector in the fields of , Transport and distribution} in specific time periods, and will open to the major international companies many opportunities to participate in the reconstruction of Iraq in various fields, especially areas of economic and energy development.