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On Tuesday, 18th August 2026, The Iraqi–French Business Council (IFBC) held its ( Business Gathering) , bringing together a distinguished group of business leaders, Council members, and members of the Board of Directors.The gathering was honored to welcome:1. Mr. Estrade Laurent – Head of the Economic Department, Embassy of France .2. Ms. Nadia Al-Soufi – Economic Department, Embassy of France .3. Dr. Malik Khalaf Al-Duraie – Director General of Private Sector Development, Ministry of Trade .4. Dr. Mahmoud Dagher – Chairman of the Board , Al-Misk Islamic Bank .5. Dr. Osama Al-Quraishi – Chairman of Iraqi-American Business Council .6. Mr. Bilal Rabah Sugheyer – Head of International Finance Corporation (IFC), World Bank Group .7. Mr. Ismail Maraqa – Country SeniorPartner…

on ( Saturday, 8th August 2026), the ( Iraqi–French Business Council ) was hosted by ( Al-Harithiya Private Hospital ) in Baghdad for a visit aimed at learning about the hospital’s history and journey, as well as exploring its key medical services, specialties, and capabilities.The Council’s delegation was headed by ( Eng Adham Al Fakhar – Chairman of the Council ) welcomed by ( Dr. Hanadi Altawil – Owner & CEO of Al-Harithiya Private Hospital ) and a member of the Council.Discussions focused on the healthcare services that the hospital can provide to companies and institutions affiliated with the Council, as well as opportunities to further develop cooperation.The visit also marked the first ( Cooperation initiative ) between two Council…

 on ( Monday, 27th July 2026 ) ,The Iraqi French Business Council (IFBC), under the leadership of ( Eng. Adham Al Fakhar – Chairman of the Council ) , hosted a high-level networking evening in Erbil, Kurdistan Region , bringing together senior government officials, business leaders, and Council members to strengthen economic and investment cooperation.The evening was honoured by the presence of distinguished guests, including:- H.E. Kamal Muslim Saeed – Minister of Industry and Trade of the Kurdistan Region.- H.E. Ano Jawhar – Minister of Transport and Communications of the Kurdistan Region.- Mr. Gelan Haji Saeed – President of the Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry of the Kurdistan Region.- Dr. Ali Jawad – Representative of the ( Iraqi–British…

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…