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New Standard Company Laboratories Collaboration with a Delegation from the KQC Organization Affiliated with the Office of the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government for International Standards Advancement

Delegation

The General Supervisor of New Standard Company, Dr. Azad Abdullah Mirkhan, extended a warm welcome to a distinguished delegation from the 'KQC' organization, directly affiliated with the Office of the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government. The delegation, consisting of Dr. Hemn Fazil Najmuddin, Dr. Bistoon Ali Mohammed, Leon Bitar, Paul Hindhaw, and Mark Brown, engaged in insightful discussions on coordination and strategies to enhance the efficiency of the 'KQC' organization. The meeting also explored the potential use of New Standard's laboratories as a model for establishing international standards. During their visit, the delegation conducted a comprehensive tour of the Ibrahim Khalil laboratories and visited the Siji laboratories, concluding their insightful visit with a warm welcome from the DPD community supervisor, Mr. Anas Mohammed Sinduri.

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New Standard Company Strengthens Partnership with CHF Delegation for Future Success

Delegation

Dr. Azad Abdullah Mirkhan, the supervisor of New Standard Company Laboratories at the Ibrahim Khalil International Border Point, warmly welcomed a delegation from CHF. Led by Mr. William John, the Senior Operation Manager, and accompanied by Mr. Hamza Khudher and Jowan Iskandar, the delegation expressed gratitude for New Standard Laboratories invaluable services. The meeting focused on fostering and enhancing their relationship for mutual success, with Mr. William praising the laboratories expertise and academic excellence. The visit emphasized their commitment to continued collaboration.

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Delegation from the Presidency’s Office of the Council of Ministers Visits New Standard Company Laboratories at Ibrahim Khalil International Border Point

Delegation

A delegation from the Presidency's Office of the Council of Ministers in the Kurdistan Region visited the laboratories of New Standard Company at the International Ibrahim Khalil Border Point. Led by Dr. Hakim Khoshavi, the delegation aimed to evaluate the quality of medicines and food products in the Kurdistan Region. Welcomed by the laboratory supervisor, Dr. Azad Mierkhan, and the laboratory staff, the visit focused on assessing the work of the laboratories, enhancing the scientific level of the staff, and evaluating the modern equipment used for monitoring product quality. The delegation provided valuable suggestions and considerations to the laboratory management to improve the laboratories' level and achieve increased ISO certification.

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Visit of the Coordinator of the Iraqi Embassy in Washington DC to New Standard Company Laboratories at Ibrahim Khalil International Border Point

Delegation

Dr. Salwan Rashid Sinjari, Coordinator of the Iraqi Embassy in Washington D.C., visited the laboratories of New Standard Company at Ibrahim Khalil International Border Point. Warmly welcomed by the laboratory supervisor, Dr. Azad Mierkhan, and the laboratory staff, the visit aimed to provide a close understanding of the conditions and mechanisms of laboratory work. The coordinator had the opportunity to witness modern scientific methods, engaging in discussions on various issues. Expressing happiness and gratitude, the coordinator thanked all the employees and supervisors of the company for their efforts.

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Visit of Ibrahim Khalil Complex Border Committee to New Standard Company Laboratories

Delegation

A committee led by the head of Ibrahim Khalil’s Complex Border Point, Mr. Hamid Ali, and the director of Ibrahim Khalil’s Customs Directorate, along with other managerial representatives, visited New Standard Company. Welcomed by the head of the laboratories, Dr. Arsalan Issa, the visit aimed to assess the laboratory's operations and discuss the stabilization of trading and commerce. The committee congratulated the head of the laboratories at New Standard Company for the commendable work done so far.

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Visit of Health Protection Affairs Directorate Head to New Standard Company Laboratories

Delegation

 Dr. Aso Zangana, the Head of the Directorate of Health Protection Affairs, and his accompanying delegation visited New Standard laboratories in the Ibrahim Khalil International Complex. Welcomed by the CEO, Dr. Arsalan Issa, the delegates were introduced to the advanced laboratories and administrative departments. They gained insights into the working mechanism and transparency of processes applied in the Ibrahim Khalil International Complex Border Point. The visit aimed to explore collaboration opportunities in specialized healthcare fields, fostering knowledge and expertise exchange. The visiting delegation expressed admiration and gratitude for the excellent work conducted by New Standard Company.

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Visit of the Turkish Consul General to Ibrahim Khalil International Entry Complex

Delegation

Mr. Hakan Karacay, the Consul General of the Turkish Republic in the Kurdistan Region, along with his accompanying delegation, visited the Ibrahim Khalil entry complex. A meeting was conducted in the presence of the complex supervisor, directors of government departments in the complex, and the general manager of New Standard Company. The meeting focused on discussions regarding joint coordination and trade exchange between the Turkish Republic, the Kurdistan Region, and Iraq.

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Visit of the Joint Committee for Follow-up in Duhok District to Ibrahim Khalil International Entry Point

Delegation

The Joint Committee for Follow-up in the Duhok District visited the company at the Ibrahim Khalil International Entry and held a meeting with the Company Director. During the meeting, the Company Director expressed high appreciation for the committee's continuous and effective field follow-up efforts aimed at preserving the safety of citizens. The Chairman of the Committee, representing the Mayor of Duhok District, presented a letter of thanks and appreciation to the Company Director, acknowledging his continuous support to the committee.

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Ministry of Health Delegation’s Visit to Ibrahim Khalil International Entry Point

Delegation

As part of its visit to Duhok Governorate to inaugurate a specialized intensive care center for Covid-19 patients in the city of Duhok, the delegation from the Ministry of Health of the Kurdistan Regional Government, including the Minister of Health, the Director General of Health in Duhok Governorate, and the Director General of Health in Erbil Governorate, visited the laboratories at Ibrahim Khalil Complex. Following an inspection tour of the complex's laboratories and a review of the testing system, the visiting delegation expressed satisfaction and extended wishes of success to the laboratory staff.

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Visit of the Consul General of the United States to Ibrahim Khalil International Entry Point

Delegation

Rob Waller, the Consul General of the United States of America in Erbil, visited the Ibrahim Khalil International Entry as part of his inspection of the complex's laboratories. Accompanied by the supervisor of Ibrahim Khalil entry, he met with the laboratory supervisor and staff to learn about the system and mechanism for implementing laboratory tests conducted for all materials imported through the two crossings. His Excellency highly praised and expressed his happiness and support for the laboratory during the visit.