Swiss Iraqi Business Association
We promise to strengthen Swiss-Iraqi economic ties by fostering trade, investment, and trusted business partnerships across both countries.
Who We Are
The Swiss-Iraqi Business Association is a non-profit, independent platform based in Zurich, Switzerland, dedicated to promoting sustainable economic, environmental, and cultural cooperation between Switzerland and Iraq. Founded by professionals with long-standing experience in both markets, the Association focuses on transforming Iraq’s development needs into opportunities—particularly in clean energy, environmental technologies, sustainable infrastructure, and digital innovation. Its mission is to facilitate Swiss companies’ access to Iraq’s emerging markets through responsible and future-oriented projects, while also supporting Iraqi companies in adopting Swiss and EU-aligned technologies, standards, and green practices to foster long-term, sustainable growth.
Goals of the Swiss Iraqi Business Association
- To strengthen commercial and economic relations between Switzerland and Iraq.
- To increase trade and investment exchange between Switzerland and Iraq.
- To enhance ties and relations between the private sectors of both Switzerland and Iraq.
- To encourage the establishment of economic, financial, industrial, tourism, and service-related projects between the two countries.
- To promote economic, commercial, cultural, and social cooperation between the two countries.
- To build an information base for individuals and companies interested in establishing relations with Switzerland.
Switzerland’s Economy and Areas for Cooperation
Switzerland is a global leader in innovation, finance, pharmaceuticals, sustainable technologies, and high-quality manufacturing. Its stable business environment, transparent legal framework, and reputation for excellence make it an ideal partner for long-term development initiatives.
Swiss expertise can greatly contribute to Iraq’s modernization efforts—particularly in infrastructure, healthcare systems, banking reform, vocational training, food safety, and digital transformation. Through strategic collaboration, both countries stand to benefit from complementary strengths that promote mutual growth and prosperity.
Iraq’s Economic Outlook
Iraq possesses one of the largest economies in the Middle East, driven by its substantial oil and gas reserves, youthful population, and growing demand for infrastructure, healthcare, education, and digital services. While the country continues to recover from decades of conflict, recent reforms and international partnerships have opened new avenues for private sector engagement.
With ambitious reconstruction plans, investment incentives, and a commitment to diversifying beyond hydrocarbons, Iraq offers significant opportunities for foreign companies, particularly in energy, agriculture, logistics, and industrial development.
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