Al-Sulaymaniyah will host government officials, economists, and business leaders this weekend as preparations continue for the second Delphi International Economic Conference. The event is expected to strengthen economic cooperation and highlight investment opportunities across Iraq’s Kurdistan Region.
The Delphi International Economic Conference will take place on June 6 and 7 in Al-Sulaymaniyah. Organizers expect participants from Iraq and the Kurdistan Region to join representatives from several European and regional countries. As a result, the gathering will provide a platform for discussions on economic development and regional cooperation.
Delegations from Greece, Turkiye, Bulgaria, Romania, Georgia, Poland, Italy, and France will attend the conference. Meanwhile, policymakers and industry leaders will explore ways to expand trade relations and encourage new investment partnerships. In addition, participants will discuss opportunities for greater economic integration across the region.
The Sulaymaniyah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has organized the event at Foundation Hall inside the city’s Cultural Complex. Furthermore, Kurdistan Regional Government Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani will sponsor the conference, reflecting the government’s support for economic engagement and international cooperation.
Several key topics will shape the discussions. Participants will examine regional security developments and their impact on economic growth. Moreover, experts will address energy strategies, investment prospects, and economic reform initiatives. Discussions will also cover governance issues and administrative modernization efforts.
Green transportation and sustainable development will feature prominently on the agenda. Consequently, delegates will exchange ideas on improving infrastructure while supporting long-term environmental goals. These discussions aim to identify practical solutions that can encourage sustainable economic expansion.
The Delphi International Economic Conference also seeks to strengthen connections between public institutions and private sector stakeholders. Therefore, organizers hope the event will create opportunities for new business partnerships and cross-border cooperation.
According to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosting the conference for a second consecutive year demonstrates Al-Sulaymaniyah’s growing importance in regional economic dialogue. Meanwhile, local officials continue efforts to position the city as a destination for investment, business engagement, and policy discussions.
The Delphi International Economic Conference comes at a time when regional economies face evolving challenges and opportunities. As a result, participants will focus on strategies that support economic resilience, attract investment, and promote long-term stability across the region.