Iraq Trade Ministry Launches Child Registration Service in Erbil

BAGHDAD, Iraq — The Iraqi Ministry of Trade launched a service on Tuesday allowing children under 12 to be added to the electronic distribution card program at its Erbil office. The ministry said the service was introduced June 9, 2026, at the Erbil distribution branch. Officials described it as part of a broader effort to digitize procedures and improve services for citizens. Talib Hasan Nima, Director General of Planning and Follow-up at the ministry, said the service was launched to enhance distribution operations and raise service standards. The ministry stated the step aims to streamline procedures and make it easier to include eligible beneficiaries under the card program. The ministry announced plans to gradually expand the service to other distribution offices across Iraq. No further details were immediately available on a timeline for the rollout.