Shareff Al Asaady
Chairman
Our Story
From Mesopotamia to the Modern Market
The land between the two rivers gave the world its first contracts, its first ledgers, and the earliest organized commerce. The Organization exists to carry that legacy forward — and to make modern Iraq a trusted partner in the global economy.
About the Organization
The Businessmen Organization for Economic Development is an Iraqi ( NGO ) that convenes the private sector, government and international institutions around a single purpose: sustainable economic growth built on partnership.
Through annual forums, trade delegations and policy dialogue, the Organization connects Iraqi enterprise with global capital — building the case for investment one relationship at a time, and holding that work to international standards of transparency and professionalism.
Vision
An Iraq recognized worldwide as a credible, open and prosperous destination for enterprise and investment.
Mission
To connect Iraqi business with global partners and advance the policies, capacity and trust that growth requires.
Our Objectives
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Convene Iraq's private sector with international investors and institutions
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Advance policy dialogue between government and business
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Build the capacity of Iraqi enterprises to meet international standards
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Attract and facilitate responsible foreign direct investment
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Improve access to credit and financing for medium-sized enterprises
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Support the modernization of customs and trade procedures
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Represent members before national and international bodies
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Champion Iraq's heritage of commerce on the world stage
12
Conferences convened
40+
Experts and advisers
25+
Partner institutions
9
Years active
Leadership and Board of Directors
The Organization is governed by a board of Iraqi business and policy leaders.
Abathar Tajaldeen
Advisor
Omar Al Mufti
Financial Advisor
Membership
Iraqi and international businesses are invited to join the network — for forum access, delegation participation and policy engagement.