The Government of Iraq has signed the UNIDO Country Programme for 2026-2030, represented by Minister of Industry Prof. Khalid Battal al-Najm, with UNIDO, represented by Director-General Gerd Müller, during the organisation’s conference last week in Riyadh.
The programme provides a strategic framework aligned with Iraq’s Vision 2030, the National Industrial Strategy 2024-2030, and the UN Cooperation Framework 2025-2029. It focuses on industrial diversification, reducing dependence on oil, and supporting inclusive economic growth.
Key priorities include job creation, strengthening the competitiveness of SMEs, achieving food security, and advancing green growth. The programme will mobilise public and private investment and leverage UNIDO expertise to support the development of a resilient, diversified industrial economy.
