Discuss legislation and laws that strengthen Iraq’s digital economy.
Toward an integrated digital economy driven by innovation, partnerships and international standards.
A national platform for Iraq’s digital-economy future
The forum builds on the outcomes of its first and second editions toward an integrated digital economy focused on legislation, infrastructure, financial technology and digital human capital. It is a national initiative bringing together specialists from inside and outside Iraq to help shape a clear digital strategy, attract expertise and benefit from international standards and advanced-country experience.
Why the forum matters
A national platform bringing together government, the private sector, international organizations and experts to discuss the future of Iraq’s digital economy, address legislative, regulatory and technical challenges, and connect digital transformation with economic development, investment and job creation.
Objectives
Review global digital-economy sectors.
Develop digital talent to support innovation and strengthen Iraq’s digital economy.
Strengthen the digital financial sector through innovative solutions to technical challenges.
Forum activities
Forum & specialized exhibition
High-level panels
High-level panel discussions with Iraqi ministries and institutions.
01Specialized exhibition
A specialized exhibition presenting the latest digital solutions from international and local companies.
02Networking & partnerships
Networking with more than 400 participants from organizations, embassies, global and local companies.
03Digital-economy sectors
The forum brings together the key sectors related to digital-economy development and Iraq’s digital transformation.
Forum program
Forum & Specialized Exhibition
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Registration
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Keynote Speeches
- National Anthem
- Minister of Trade
- Minister of Communications
- Head of the Communications and Media Commission (CMC)
- Chairman of PMAC - PMO
- UNDP representative
- Secretary-General of the Arab Federation for Digital Economy
- Chairman of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Iraq
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Presentation
- Digital Standards Initiative - International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
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First Panel: Legislative Framework, Digital Governance and Digital Policies
- Parliamentary Transport, Communications and Governance Committee
- Ministry of Communications
- Cybersecurity Center - National Security Advisory
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Iraq
- Communications and Media Commission (CMC)
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Coffee Break & Exhibition Opening
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Second Panel: Digital Infrastructure and the Financial Sector as Pillars of Digital Transformation, AI and Data
- International Finance Corporation (IFC) in Iraq - World Bank Group
- Central Bank of Iraq
- United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
- Ministry of Trade - Private Sector Development Department
- National Cybersecurity Center - Prime Minister's Office
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Third Panel: Scientific Research and Development
- Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research
- University of Information Technology and Communications - Informatics Institute for Postgraduate Studies
- Al-Iraqia University - College of Administration and Economics / Department of Digital Economy
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Closing
Be part of the third edition
October 5, 2026 · Baghdad – Iraq
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Forum milestones
The 2024 and 2025 editions brought broad participation from global companies, international organizations and Iraq’s public and private sectors, where digital challenges were discussed and practical recommendations were issued, supported by measurable indicators.
01Second Edition · 2025
From digital foundations to a national digital-economy ecosystem
Tigris Village – Baghdad 2025
The second edition of the Iraqi Digital Economy Forum was held at Tigris Village in Baghdad with more than 400 participants, 24 speakers and around 20 hours of content and discussion.
The second edition moved from general talk about digital transformation to three more specific areas
- Legislation, regulation and the legal framework of the digital economy
- Digital infrastructure and the financial sector
- Human capital and digital skills
It produced seventeen practical recommendations supported by clear performance indicators.
02First Edition · 2024
The forum’s launch and the foundations of Iraq’s digital economy
Babel Hotel – Baghdad 2024
The first edition of the Iraqi Digital Economy Forum was launched at Babel Hotel in Baghdad with broad participation from global companies, international organizations and Iraq’s public and private sectors.
It discussed Iraq’s digital challenges and issued fifteen recommendations aimed at building the foundations of the digital economy — from digital inclusion and infrastructure to cybersecurity, digital government services and human capital.
Recommendations that become a roadmap
From building digital foundations to building a national digital-economy ecosystem
The second edition moved from general digital transformation to three more specific areas: legislation and regulation, digital infrastructure and the financial sector, and human capital.
First: Legislative and regulatory framework
01Prepare an integrated national legislative framework for the digital economy
Review and update Iraqi legislation related to digital transformation and identify legislative gaps that hinder growth.
02Prioritize essential digital legislation
Prioritize data protection and privacy, e-transactions and e-signatures, e-commerce, cybersecurity, digital payments, government data exchange, and emerging digital economic activities.
03Develop digital policies based on international standards
Use international standards and practices when drafting Iraqi digital legislation and policy.
04Strengthen institutional coordination
Create a national coordination mechanism among ministries, agencies, public institutions and the private sector to avoid conflicting digital policies and projects.
05Adopt digital trust as a core principle
Include user protection, data protection, cybersecurity and trusted digital transactions.
Second: Digital infrastructure and financial sector
06Treat digital infrastructure as national economic infrastructure
Sustain investment in telecommunications networks, data centers, cloud computing and digital platforms and connect them to sector needs.
First-edition recommendations
The first edition produced a broad set of recommendations aimed at building the foundations needed for Iraq’s digital economy.
01Enhance digital inclusion
Increase access to high-speed internet to 90% by 2030, prioritizing rural and remote areas and reducing the digital divide.
02Develop digital infrastructure
Modernize and expand telecommunications and technology infrastructure to cover public and private institutions and target 100% coverage by 2027.
03Adopt international infrastructure standards
Use ITU and European Union standards and frameworks in developing digital infrastructure and telecommunications.
04Strengthen cybersecurity and data protection
Build Iraq’s cybersecurity capabilities, improve its position in the Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), protect data and networks, and expand awareness and training.
05Accelerate digitization of government services
Convert at least 50% of government services to digital services by 2026 and develop unified government service platforms.
06Expand digital payments and transactions
Develop electronic payments and e-commerce with a target for digital transactions to reach 80% of total financial transactions.
From annual conference to progress platform
Outputs of the third edition will become a policy paper and roadmap for Iraq’s digital economy, defining priorities, responsible entities, required partnerships and performance indicators, so the forum becomes an annual platform for tracking progress rather than only an annual conference.
- 01Priorities
- 02Responsible entities
- 03Required partnerships
- 04Performance indicators
Why sponsor the Digital Economy Forum?
Strengthen institutional presence and brand visibility, engage directly with decision-makers and government entities, reach companies, investors and experts, showcase digital solutions and services, and build new partnerships and business opportunities.
- Institutional visibility before decision-makers
- Direct engagement with government entities
- Access to investors and experts
- Showcase digital solutions and services
- New partnerships and business opportunities
