Iraq cabinet approves amending its decision to include authorizing the State Oil Marketing Company to have full powers to use available marketing mechanisms

The Iraqi cabinet's decision to enhance the powers of the State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO) indicates a potential shift in crude oil marketing practices, allowing for broader engagement with international buyers.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 28 Apr 2026, 16:14 UTCOn the live feed at 15:54 UTC — 9 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Iraq cabinet approves amending its decision to include authorizing the State Oil Marketing Company to have full powers to use available marketing mechanisms

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Full Post: "The Cabinet approves amending its decision (120 of 2026) to include authorizing the State Oil Marketing Company (SOMO) to have full powers to use the available marketing mechanisms, to approve the applications submitted by companies that express their willingness to purchase, and the possibility of negotiating the acceptance of the sole offer, and to activate the authority of the Ministry of Oil to contract with companies that submit offers to sell larger quantities of crude oil, with a commitment to full compliance with Iraqi laws and the instructions of the Ministry of Oil."

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This could improve Iraq's oil export dynamics and affect global supply, particularly as it aligns with ongoing geopolitical tensions and energy market volatility. Traders should monitor the implications for WTI and Brent prices, as well as any regulatory shifts within the oil market.

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