The Chairman of Iraqi Securities Commission Visits the Iraq Stock Exchange and Discusses Ways to Improve the Exchange Performance

Baghdad – November 5, 2026

As part of the government’s directives, under the leadership of the Prime Minister, to develop the financial sector and strengthen its role in supporting the national economy, the Chairman of the Securities Commission, Dr. Mazin Sabah Ahmed, emphasized the importance of continuing efforts to develop the Iraq Stock Exchange and enhance its performance in line with the requirements of the coming phase.

In this context, Dr. Mazin Sabah Ahmed, accompanied by the Vice Chairperson of the Securities Commission, Ms. Nagham Hussein Ismail, visited the Iraq Stock Exchange, where they reviewed the mechanisms and operations of the Securities Depository and Trading Center. They also received a brief presentation from department managers outlining the activities and responsibilities of each department.

The Chairman held a meeting with the Chairman of the Board of Governors, Mr. Dhul-Fiqar Hafez, members of the Board, the representative of the Brokers Association, the representative of listed joint-stock companies, the Board’s experts, and the Executive Director of the Exchange, Mr. Taha Ahmed Abdul Salam.

During the meeting, the Securities Commission strategic vision, Iraq Stock Exchange strategic plan, and its executive action plan were reviewed.

The meeting also addressed several proposals aimed at improving the Exchange’s performance, addressing existing challenges, and amending regulations and instructions to support and encourage investment. These efforts are intended to enhance the efficiency of Iraq’s financial Exchange and further develop the country’s investment environment.