The Second Iraqi Transport Sector Forum
25 November 2026 · VIP Hall – Baghdad International Fair
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The Second Iraqi Transport Sector Forum is a central knowledge and dialogue platform within ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026, bringing together decision-makers, government institutions, public transport companies, private-sector leaders, investors, operators, infrastructure developers, technology providers, and international partners. The forum focuses on Iraq’s strategic transport priorities, the Development Road Project, aviation and airports, land transport and transit, ports and maritime transport, railways, logistics, infrastructure, investment, and the integration of transport systems across the country. Through high-level conferences and specialized sessions, the forum aims to strengthen cooperation, support investment, and contribute to the development of a modern, efficient, and integrated transport ecosystem in Iraq.
Agenda
All times are Baghdad time (GMT+3)
Wednesday, 25 November 2026
Ceremony11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Official Opening Ceremony of ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 & The Second Iraqi Transport Sector Forum
The official opening ceremony of ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 and the Second Iraqi Transport Sector Forum, bringing together senior government officials, transport sector leaders, partners, exhibitors, and distinguished guests.
VIP Hall – Main Stage
ITL IRAQOfficial OpeningTransport ForumMinistry of TransportTransport SectorIraq
H.E. Ali Faleh Al-ZaidiPrime Minister of the Republic of Iraq — Government of the Republic of Iraq
H.E. Wahab Al-HassaniMinister of Transport of the Republic of Iraq — Iraqi Ministry of Transport
Panel01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Development Road Conference: Iraq’s Economic Artery
A high-level conference examining Iraq’s Development Road Project as a strategic corridor for transport, trade, logistics, infrastructure, investment, and regional connectivity.
VIP Hall – Main Stage
Development RoadIraqTransportLogisticsInfrastructureInvestmentGrand Faw PortRegional Connectivity
- H.E. Wahab Al-Hassani
Minister of Transport of the Republic of Iraq — Iraqi Ministry of Transport
Thursday, 26 November 2026
Panel01:00 PM – 02:30 PM
Land Transport & Transit Conference – Iraq as a Regional Transit Hub
A specialized conference addressing the development of Iraq’s land transport and transit sector, regional trade corridors, freight movement, border connectivity, fleet operations, and Iraq’s potential role as a strategic transit hub between regional and international markets.
VIP Hall – Main Stage
Land TransportTransitRoad FreightLogisticsTrade CorridorsBorder ConnectivityFleet ManagementIraq
Panel03:00 PM – 04:30 PM
Developing Iraq’s Aviation Sector: Airlines & Airports Towards the Future
A specialized conference addressing the modernization of Iraq’s aviation sector, including air navigation, Iraqi Airways fleet development, airport expansion, international partnerships, and greater integration between airports, airlines, and air navigation services.
VIP Hall – Main Stage
AviationAirlinesAirportsAir NavigationIraqi AirwaysAirport DevelopmentAviation InfrastructureIraq