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Doing Business in Iraq

Are you aware of the significant opportunities in Iraq, a country of 31 million people? 

Iraq's GDP growth rate has registered double digit grown in 2011 due to oil exports and its growing production of hydrocarbons. 

Iraq at a Glance

   *   Iraq has the world’s second largest proven oil reserves at 112 mn barrels;
   *   Iraq plans to quadruple oil production by 2017 to 12 mn barrels per day;
   *   Multi-billion dollar projects in numerous sectors in the years ahead;
   *   Demand for U.S. technology and services is strong; and
   *   The country’s infrastructure needs an extreme overhaul.

2012 Country Commercial Guide on Iraq

Our Country Commercial Guide presents a comprehensive look at Iraq's commercial environment, including economic, political, and market analysis.  The report covers market conditions, best export prospects, export financing, assistance in finding distributors, and legal and cultural issues.  Table of contents:

  • Chapter 1:   Doing Business in Iraq 
  • Chapter 2:   Political and Economic Environment
  • Chapter 3:   Selling U.S. Products and Services
  • Chapter 4:   Leading Sectors for U.S. Export and Investment
  • Chapter 5:   Trade Regulations and Standards
  • Chapter 6:   Investment Climate
  • Chapter 7:   Trade and Project Financing
  • Chapter 8:   Business Travel
  • Chapter 9:   Contacts, Market Research and Trade Events
  • Chapter 10: Guide to Our Services

Download our Country Commercial Guide report here.

Other On-Line Reference Resources

IFC Country Report on Iraq -- 2011

Country Background Note:  Iraq (State Department)

CIA World Factbook:  Iraq

USAID Investor Guide of Baghdad -- 2011

Investors Guide for Basrah Province -- 2012

Industry Specific Information

To obtain more industry-specific information, please contact us.

Trade and Industry Associations

US Business Council in Iraq

Overseas Security Advisory Council Safety Report

US Chamber of Commerce Iraq Business Initiative

National US Arab Chamber of Commerce

National Investment Commission (Government of Iraq)

Bilateral US Arab Chamber of Commerce


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