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Iraq Releases First Census In 40 Years, Population Reaches 46.1M

This is a locator map for Iraq with its capital, Baghdad. (AP Photo)

After nearly four decades, Iraq has unveiled the final results of its first census, revealing a population of 46.1 million. This figure marks a significant increase from the unofficial count of 31.6 million in 2009.

The census, hailed as a milestone by Iraqi officials, is expected to provide crucial data for future planning and resource distribution in the country. The Iraqi Planning Minister emphasized the government's commitment to improving conditions based on the insights gained from the census.

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