Doha:The 9th edition of the World Investment Forum 2026 has commenced in Doha, Qatar. The event is organized in collaboration between the State of Qatar and the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). Iraq is represented by the Minister of Trade, Dr. Mustafa Nizar Al-Ani, and the Minister of Industry, Mohammed Nouri, among other international delegates.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the forum sees participation from high-level international figures, including senior government officials, business leaders, and investors, along with heads of investment-related agencies and institutions. The gathering aims to explore economic and investment cooperation opportunities and to bolster international partnerships.

The discussions at the forum are centered on crafting investment policies and encouraging investment flows. The objectives include supporting sustainable development goals, enhancing economic growth opportunities, and creating new avenues for cooperation among the nations involved.