IFBC Business Gathering

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 – PwC Iraq .
8. H.E. Ambassador Lina Omar – Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iraq .
9. Mr. Baqir Al-Mashat – Member of the Iraqi Economic Council and Chairman, ZESCO Group .
10. Eng. Haider Alomran – Chairman, Baghdad Council for Digital . Transformation and Chairman of the Board, ALOMRAN GROUP.
11. Ms. Shatha Al-Zuhairi – President, Iraqi Businesswomen Council .
12. Mr. Qais Al-Murshid – Economic Media Professional .
13. Ms. Noor Al-Majid – Economic Media Professional .
14- Ms. Zainab Aqeel – An Official Representative of Sardar Group .

The gathering featured in-depth discussions and constructive dialogue focused on strengthening business relationships, fostering partnerships, and expanding opportunities for cooperation among Iraq’s business community.

As part of the Council’s commitment to creating a continuous platform for dialogue and collaboration, monthly discussion sessions will be organized, bringing together Council members and distinguished guests from across Iraq to discuss business opportunities, explore areas of cooperation, and exchange ideas and perspectives.