Why each market is worth entering, how entry works in each direction, and the sectors where the Board is concentrating its introductions.
Why invest in Iraq
Reconstruction and infrastructure programs that need equipment, engineering and project management from abroad.
A large, young domestic market with growing demand for healthcare, education, housing and consumer goods.
Energy, petrochemicals and power generation that continue to anchor the economy and its capital projects.
A national investment law and investment commissions that license and support foreign projects.
Why invest in the United States
The world's largest consumer market, with predictable rules for foreign owners and investors.
Deep capital markets, property rights and courts that enforce contracts.
Universities, research institutions and suppliers that make technology partnerships practical.
State and federal programs that help foreign companies set up, hire and expand.
Investment and trade opportunities
Reviewed before they are listed.
Investment and trade opportunities are submitted through the Business Network, reviewed by the Board and listed here with the sector, the country, the type of counterpart sought and a contact route for members. The first listings will appear as submissions are reviewed.
Who is the buyer, how is it funded, and what has already been awarded in that sector.
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Choose a route to market
Direct contracting, a local agent or distributor, a joint venture, or an investment licence.
03
Verify the counterpart
Registration, ownership, references and sanctions screening before any commitment.
04
Set the terms
Payment security, governing law, dispute resolution and local content requirements.
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Comply on both sides
U.S. export controls and anti-corruption law, Iraqi licensing, tax and labour rules.
Entering the United States as an Iraqi company or investor
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Define the investment
Real estate, an operating business, a distribution arm or a technology partnership.
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Pick the state and structure
Entity type, state of formation and the incentives available for the sector.
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Clear the compliance path
Visas, banking relationships, know-your-customer requirements and any national security review.
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Build the local team
Counsel, accountants, bankers and an operating partner who knows the market.
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Operate and report
Federal and state tax, employment law and annual filings.
This is orientation, not legal advice. The Board introduces members to counsel and advisers in both countries.
Priority sectors
Where the introductions concentrate.
Energy & Power
Infrastructure & Construction
Healthcare & Medical Supply
Agriculture & Food
Technology & Telecommunications
Education & Training
Banking & Financial Services
Transport & Logistics
Manufacturing & Industry
Water & Environment
This list is the Board's working set and will be confirmed when the first sector committees are formed.
Technology and knowledge transfer
Know-how that stays after the contract ends.
Iraq is rebuilding capacity in power, water, healthcare, higher education and digital services. The Board pairs American companies and universities that hold that know-how with Iraqi partners who need it, through licensing, training, joint ventures and applied research agreements.
Partner with AITIB
Build your next U.S. and Iraq partnership.
Whether you are exploring market entry, sourcing, joint ventures or policy-aligned projects, AITIB connects credible counterparts and clarifies the path to action. Share your goals and the team follows up with next steps.