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On Monday, July 20, 2026,The Iraqi French Business Council (IFBC) delegation, headed by ( Eng. Adham Al Fakhar – Chairman of the Council ), was hosted by ( Mr. Amir Khalaf Al-Fahdawi – President of the Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce ) , at the Federation’s headquarters.The meeting was attended by:- Mr. Ghadeer Al-Attar – Board Member- Mr. Muqdad Aljuboori – Board Member- Mr. Saad Al-Nuaimi – Council Member- Mr. Ahmed Al-Juboori – Council Member- Mr. Firas Al-Kubaisi – Council MemberThe discussions focused on strengthening economic cooperation, enhancing collaboration with the ( Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce ), advancing shared strategic initiatives, and fostering business development and investment opportunities across Iraq.We extend our sincere appreciation to ( Mr…

On 8th July 2026 , at the Council’s headquarters, chaired by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister ) , with the participation of :• Mr. Bassam Al-Ateia – Board Member• Mr. Ahmed Dawood – Legal Advisor to the Council• Mr. Ali Tariq – Board Member• Ms. Ghadeer Al-Attar – Board Member• Mrs. Roaa Raad Alhassany – Board Member• Mr. Maythem Al-Asadi – Board Member• Mrs. Rasha Nadeem – Board Member• Mr. Thamir Al- Amiry – IFBC Member• Mrs. Nahla JAJO-LEGRAND – IFBC Honorary MemberThe meeting focused on several strategic priorities aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between Iraq and France, including:• Reviewing the outcomes of the IFBC delegation’s recent visit to France and the cooperation agreements…

On Wednesday, 1st July 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC) held its ( Fourth Joint Board Meeting and celebrated the Second Anniversary of its establishment ) at the historic headquarters of ( TotalEnergies ) in ParisThe Iraqi delegation was led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ), accompanied by ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ), together with ( Ms. Rusul Hazem Al-Shakir – Head of the Economic Section at the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ) and ( members of the Embassy’s diplomatic team ).The meeting was graciously hosted by IFBC Board Member from…

On Wednesday, 1st July 2026, ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ), together with the ( Embassy’s senior diplomatic team ), received the Iraqi delegation of the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC) led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs) following the conclusion of its official meetings in Paris.The meeting focused on reviewing the outcomes of the delegation’s extensive engagements with (French governmental institutions, business organizations, and strategic partners ) throughout the visit, while discussing the next steps to translate these discussions into tangible initiatives that strengthen Iraq–France cooperation.( The Iraqi-French Business Council ) extends its sincere appreciation to (…

On Wednesday, 1st July 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC), led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ), held a high-level meeting with the City of Paris (Mairie de Paris), represented by ( Ms. Audrey Pulvar – Deputy Mayor of Paris ).The meeting was graciously hosted by the ( City of Paris, with the generous support of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ), under the patronage of ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ).The Iraqi delegation was joined by:• Mr. Haider Al-Tamimi – Consultant, Office of the Prime Minister• Mr. Ahmed Salman – Legal…

On Tuesday, 30th June 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC), led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ), accompanied by ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ), visited the ( French Senate ) for a high-level meeting with ( Senator Claude Kern ) and ( Senator Hélène CONWAY-MOURET ).During the meeting, the ( French Senate ) presented a commemorative Senate badge to ( Mr. Adham Al-Fakhar ) in recognition of the strong spirit of friendship and the longstanding relationship between France and Iraq.The meeting also included an official invitation to the Senators to visit the ( City of…

IFBC Meets French Franchise Federation (FFF) in Paris to Expand Business OpportunitiesOn Tuesday, 30th June 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC), led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ), held a high-level meeting with the ( Fédération Française de la Franchise – French Franchise Federation (FFF) at the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris.The meeting was graciously hosted by the Embassy under the patronage of ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq ) in Paris.The meeting brought together representatives of the ( French Franchise Federation ) and a number of its member companies operating across the retail, restaurant, café,…

On Monday, 29th June 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC), led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ), held a high-level meeting with ( Atout France – The France Tourism Development Agency ), in Paris.The meeting was attended by ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris ), alongside:• A distinguished delegation of Iraqi business leaders.• Mr. Haider Al-Dujaili – President of the Iraqi Association of Travel and Tourism Companies.• Ms. Havin Gulabakh – Owner of Wardat Al-Rafidain Company, Sulaymaniyah.Discussions focused on strengthening Iraqi-French cooperation in the tourism sector and exploring the framework for a national tourism strategy for Iraq…

On Monday, 29th June 2026, the Iraqi-French Business Council (IFBC), led by Mr. ( Adham Al Fakhar – Advisor to the Prime Minister for International Investment Affairs ) held a high-level meeting with the ( French Healthcare Association ) (FHA) at the Maison de l’Amérique Latine in Paris.The meeting brought together representatives of the Association and a number of its member companies operating across the French healthcare sector.The meeting was attended by ( Mr. Thaer Wahib Hassan – Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Paris) , alongside a distinguished delegation of Iraqi business leaders, as well as ( Mr. Pascal Roger – Project Manager at Business France ).Opening remarks were delivered by ( Mr. Adham…

On Tuesday, 28th April 2026, a high-level coordination meeting was held at the Prime Minister’s Office, led by ( Mr. Adham Al Fakhar, Advisor to the Prime Minister ) , with ( IOM – The International Organization for Migration ), to discuss cooperation frameworks in preparation for the Franchise Business Expo scheduled to take place in Paris in June 2026.The discussions highlighted IOM’s strategic role in engaging the Iraqi diaspora and leveraging global expertise to support national development priorities, particularly through structured engagement in the upcoming forum.IOM was represented by Mr. Pascal Reyntjens, Chief of Mission and accompanied by Mr. Ahmed Haider.The Iraqi side was represented by a high-level delegation, including( Mrs. Zina Yaqoub Yousef and Mr. Ghadeer Al Attar…