PM Barzani, IFC delegation discuss strengthening investment ties
The meeting also reviewed the progress of the agreement between the IFC and the KRG Board of Investment, signaling a positive trajectory for investment-driven growth.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani met with a delegation led by Fawaz Bilbeisi, Regional Manager for the International Finance Corporation (IFC) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Lebanon, on Thursday to enhance investment opportunities and cooperation.
According to a statement from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), discussions centered on strengthening partnerships to attract both domestic and foreign investments, with a particular focus on developing industrial zones in line with IFC’s global standards.
The IFC delegation praised the KRG’s ongoing reform program, highlighting its commitment to economic diversification and its strategic focus on key sectors, including agriculture, industry, banking, and energy. These reforms are set to create a more dynamic and resilient economy in the region.
The meeting also reviewed the progress of the agreement between the IFC and the KRG Board of Investment, signaling a positive trajectory for investment-driven growth.
Prime Minister Barzani expressed his appreciation for the IFC’s continued support, emphasizing the importance of collaboration in driving sustainable economic development and fostering new opportunities for businesses and investors.
This engagement marks another milestone in the KRG’s efforts to create a thriving investment environment and strengthen its position as a key economic hub in the region.
