The Meteorological and seismic monitoring announced that the heat wave in Iraq will reach its peak today, Thursday, while the wave is expected to end starting next Sunday. It stated in a statement today that several governorates recorded high temperatures, the highest in Maysan, reaching 52 degrees Celsius. It is mentioned that 10 governorates suspended official working hours due to high temperatures. Source: National Iraqi News Agency
Jordan, Pakistan Chambers Establish Joint Business Council to Drive Trade, Investment
August 16, 2026
Amman: Jordanian and Pakistani business chambers have agreed to establish a joint business council as part of a broader push to expand bilateral trade, unlock investment opportunities and build direct partnerships between companies in the two countrie…