Iraq’s National Investment Commission (NIC) has announced a new strategic vision aimed at delivering major projects to support Iraq’s economy and sustainable development.
The plan was presented during a meeting attended by members of parliament from the Reconstruction and Development bloc, where officials outlined a roadmap to advance investment activity and accelerate project implementation.
Chairman Haider Mohammed Makkiya said the strategy provides a clear framework to improve the investment environment and drive economic growth.
Key projects highlighted in the strategy include:
- Development Road digital project, including fibre optic networks and regional data centres
- Semiconductor (silica) manufacturing project
- Anti-desertification initiatives
- Vertical farming projects
- Waste-to-energy developments
- Blue ammonia production project
- Multi-service economic cities
The commission said these initiatives are intended to strengthen infrastructure, diversify the economy, and create employment opportunities, while encouraging investment across multiple sectors.
