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Iraq's Trade policy development and WTO accession talks
Iraq is developing a national trade policy with ITC support and has resumed WTO accession talks, aiming to enhance trade and economic diversification.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 27 October 2026.
The story so far as of 27 October 2026
On October 9, 2026, Iraq's Ministry of Trade began collaborating with the International Trade Centre (ITC) to develop a national trade policy and a National Trade and Investment Strategy. They discussed key sectors and agreed on methodology. On October 27, Iraq's Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein met with ITC Executive Director Pamela Coke-Hamilton to resume WTO accession talks, focusing on economic diversification and private sector development.
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Coverage, day by day
- Trade
Iraq Resumes WTO Accession Talks with ITC
Impact Exporters and importers in Iraq may see long-term benefits from WTO accession and trade diversification.
Sources: Iraq Business News ↗
- Regulation
Iraq Develops Trade Policy with ITC Support
Impact Exporters and importers in Iraq will see changes in trade regulations as the new policy framework develops.
Sources: Iraq Business News ↗
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