The Chairman of the Securities Commission officially inaugurated the World Investor Week Conference, held in conjunction with the National Day and the anniversary of the Commission’s establishment.

The Chairman of the Iraqi Securities Commission inaugurates the World Investor Week Conference, held in conjunction with the anniversary of the Commission’s founding and the celebration of the Republic of Iraq’s National Day.

The event was graced by the presence of esteemed ministers, senior officials, decision-makers, and a distinguished group of experts and investors from Iraq and abroad.

At the beginning of his speech, the Chairman extended his warmest congratulations and best wishes to the Iraqi people on the occasion of the National Day, emphasizing that this cherished day reflects the unity of Iraqis and their unwavering determination to build a strong and prosperous nation. He noted that it also underscores Iraq’s active presence at both the regional and international levels.

He further stated that the convening of this conference marks a significant milestone in the journey of developing Iraq’s financial and investment sectors. It reflects the government’s commitment to fostering a modern investment environment built on transparency, trust, and sound governance — key pillars that will strengthen the Iraq Stock Exchange’s role as a vital engine for economic growth and the realization of Iraq’s Economic Vision 2030.

The Chairman affirmed that, under the patronage of the Prime Minister, the government places great importance on enhancing the investment climate and creating promising opportunities for businesses and investors. He explained that the Commission is taking well-planned steps to reform the legislative and regulatory framework, expand listing bases, and adopt modern mechanisms in line with global developments to enhance investor confidence.

As the Commission celebrates its anniversary, the Chairman highlighted its institutional journey and reiterated its determination to continue building a developed financial market capable of attracting local and foreign investments, thereby contributing to the development of a diversified and sustainable economy.

In conclusion, the Chairman expressed his sincere appreciation to all attendees and participants, expressing his hope that the conference’s sessions and activities will launch a new phase of fruitful partnerships and collaboration that will strengthen Iraq’s position on the global financial and investment map. He concluded with a call to action:

"Let us move forward together toward a strong financial Iraq that boosts investor confidence and supports the nation’s economy."

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