ICC Iraq was pleased to welcome Catarina Bjorlin Hansen, Head of European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) in Iraq, along with Ahmed Al-Kawoosh frim her team, to our office in Baghdad.
The visit included a constructive meeting with our Secretary General AHMED ALYASIRI and the ICC Iraq team, focusing on areas of mutual interest and avenues for future cooperation between ICC Iraq members, the wider private sector, and EBRD.
We are pleased to confirm EBRD’s participation in the International Business Forum منتدى الأعمال الدولي
on 5 February 2026, where Ms. Bjorlin Hansen will be a speaker in one of the Forum’s sessions.
In addition, dedicated sessions will be held with ICC Iraq members to explore practical opportunities for collaboration and sustainable investment.
We look forward to building a long-term, sustainable partnership that supports private-sector development and economic growth in Iraq.

FICC and ICC Iraq’s Active Participation in Istanbul: Strengthening Global Connections for Iraq
ICC Iraq and the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce (FICC) recently participated in a series of high-level global events in Istanbul, showcasing their dedication

