Iraq’s Minister of Planning, Qutiba Ghazi Majeed, said hosting the Arab Summit for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises and Entrepreneurship in Baghdad will strengthen the country’s regional economic presence and create new opportunities for investment and cooperation.
Speaking on Saturday, November 14, 2026, Majeed said the summit would give Iraqi business owners direct access to Arab investors and support institutions, helping develop new partnerships.
He added that the Ministry of Planning aims to draw on successful international and Arab experiences while strengthening cooperation between government institutions and the private sector. According to the minister, the effort is intended to support the growth of SMEs and reinforce Iraq’s entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Source: Video Agency IA
