15/11/2025
A distressed man in a suit sits at a desk holding a “Wrongful Termination” sign while covering part of his face with his hand. Behind him, an angry employer in a suit points forcefully toward the exit. A legal-style logo showing “1979” appears in the footer beneath the scene.

Wrongful Termination in Iraq: The True Cost of Firing an Employee in Iraq

As a business owner in Iraq, your focus is on growth, productivity, and managing your bottom line. In this high-stakes environment, personnel decisions are some of […]
04/11/2025
Two businessmen in suits review a contract marked “Null and Void” with the Iraqi flag in the background, symbolizing invalid agreements by unregistered foreign companies in Iraq

Contracting with an unregistered foreign company in Iraq is completely null and void and carries significant legal consequences.

Iraq’s economy depends on conducting business with foreign partners, yet these partnerships are subject to strict legal frameworks. Any foreign entity’s company registration in Iraq is […]
27/10/2025
Logo for the Iraqi Competition and Antitrust Council (CAC). شعار مجلس المنافسة ومنع الاحتكار العراقي

A Guide to Iraq’s Competition and Antitrust Law (Law No.14 of 2010)

The Iraqi market is changing rapidly as a result of diversification, international investment, and economic modernization. Understanding the legal framework that controls fair competition is no […]
07/10/2025
Logo of the Iraqi Companies Registration Department - Tasjeel, Ministry of Commerce.

New Iraq Compliance Rule: Mandatory Semi-Annual Certificate of Status for Foreign Company Branches

In a circular addressed to “All branches of foreign companies registered in Iraq,” the Department has introduced a significant new compliance requirement for foreign companies. This mandate […]
05/10/2025
Blue digital graphic with copyright lightbulb and Iraq map illustrating Iraq’s emerging intellectual property and innovation reforms.

Navigating Iraq’s Intellectual Property Framework: A Guide to Trademark, Patent, and Copyright Protection for Investors

Iraq is positioning itself as an attractive market for the future, with major reforms underway to improve its national intellectual property (IP) structure. In line with […]
21/09/2025
Digital signing concept in Iraq symbolizing electronic signature and secure digital transformation.

Iraq’s Electronic Signature Rollout: Legal Implications and Institutional Impact

Iraq has recently taken a landmark step towards full digital transformation with the formal launch of its electronic signature system under the framework of Law No. […]
10/09/2025
Iraqi and Omani officials signing bilateral agreements in Salalah 2025

Iraq and Oman Sign Strategic Agreements to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Iraq and Oman Sign Strategic Agreements to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation In a historic step toward deepening regional ties, the Republic of Iraq and the Sultanate of […]
07/09/2025
Illustration of Iraqi property law with a law book, gavel, and legal document.

Civil Code and Real Estate in Iraq: Key Legal Insights

Civil Code and Real Estate in Iraq: Key Legal Insights Iraq is considered the birthplace of legal civilization, as the very first law, the Akkadian Law, […]
02/09/2025
Digital announcement graphic for Amwaj International’s August 2025 share subscription in Iraq, featuring modern flat design elements with a finance and real estate theme in 16:9 widescreen format.

Amwaj International Opens Share Subscription to Boost Real Estate Projects in Iraq

Baghdad, September 2025 – Amwaj International Real Estate Investments, a leading Iraqi property development company, has launched a public share subscription from 1 to 31 August […]
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