Strengthening Local Content and the Technology Market
Wednesday, 30 September 2026
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Panel02:00 PM – 03:00 PM
Strengthening Local Content and the Technology Market
VIP Main Stage – Grand VIP HallPart of
local contenttechnology marketinvestmentregional headquartersemerging technologiescloud computingtechnology cities
Dr. Blasim SalimChairman of the Board of Commissioners of the Communications and Media Commission of Iraq — Communications and Media Commission of Iraq
Eng. Bassam Salem Al-ZaidiAdvisor to the Minister of Communications — MOC - Republic of Iraq
Mr. Adel Akab HusseinPresident of the Iraqi Federation of Industries — Iraqi Federation of Industries
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This high-level panel examines the development of Iraq’s technology market and the role of local content in strengthening the country’s digital economy. The discussion will address the size of the technology market and investment flows into the sector, the establishment of regional headquarters for international companies in Iraq, the presence of technology companies in the capital market, and the development of emerging technologies and digital capabilities. The session also explores technology cities, cloud computing, and the policies and partnerships required to build a stronger and more competitive technology ecosystem in Iraq.