27/12/2025
Learn how financial brokerage companies operate in Iraq, the role of the ISX and ISC, key licensing requirements, capital thresholds, and investor protections.

Financial brokerage companies in Iraq

1) The market landscape in Iraq Iraq’s securities market is centered on the Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX), which is organized as a non-profit entity owned by […]
22/12/2025

New Public Contracts Implementation Rules in Iraq (2025)

In 2025, Iraq entered a new phase in the regulation of public contracts. For local and foreign contractors, understanding these changes is no longer optional – […]
17/12/2025
A satellite in outer space beams digital signals toward Earth, connecting with a telecommunications tower and a glowing network of interconnected points over a city at night.

Iraq Strengthens Its Digital Infrastructure

In a move that reflects Iraq’s growing commitment to digital transformation, Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al-Sudani welcomed a senior delegation from SpaceX Starlink, a leading global […]
19/11/2025
“Illustration of golden scales labeled ‘Corporate Tax’ and ‘Withholding Tax’ in front of Iraq’s map, with legal documents and a calculator on a lawyer’s desk.”

Difference Between Corporate Income Tax and Withholding Tax in Iraq

Understanding how corporate income tax and withholding tax work in Iraq is essential for any company doing business in the country – whether you are an […]
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 […]
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