Podesta Group has inked a $960K one-year pact with Iraq to develop a “strategic communication and PR plan,” according to the terms of its contract.

The contract’s objectives are to promote a better understanding within the U.S. of the Government of Iraq’s priorities and concerns and to promote the Strategic Framework Contract between the two countries.

Podesta is to maintain contact on behalf of Iraq with members of the Congress, reporters and non-governmental officials.

It is to be paid in quarterly installments by check in advance of each three-month period. Total expenses shall not exceed $40K during the period of the contract.

Tony Podesta’s firm reports to Jabir Habeb Jabir, who became Iraq’s ambassador to the U.S. last month.