Iraq’s foreign reserves hit $79.2 billion

Iraq’s foreign reserves are projected to reach approximately $79.2 billion by 2026, according to estimates from the International Monetary Fund. Mazhar Saleh, the financial adviser to Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, confirmed these figures on Sunday, noting that the nation's current reserve levels remain within a safe range.

The reported figure underscores the government's outlook on Iraq's fiscal stability. By highlighting the IMF projections, officials are signaling that the country maintains a secure financial position as it looks toward the 2026 fiscal horizon.