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Basra Governor Eng. Asaad Al-Eidani to Participate in ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026, Highlighting Strategic Transport and Port Development
Basra Governor Eng. Asaad Al-Eidani will attend ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 in Baghdad, highlighting Basra’s strategic role in Iraq’s maritime transport, port infrastructure, logistics development, and the Development Road project.
Baghdad, Iraq – H.E. Eng. Asaad Al-Eidani, Governor of Basra, will participate in and attend the second edition of the Iraq International Transportation, Airports & Logistics Expo and Conference (ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026), scheduled for 25–27 November 2026 at Baghdad International Fairground.
His participation highlights Basra’s strategic economic significance as Iraq’s principal maritime gateway and a major center for ports, transport infrastructure, and logistics development.
Basra: Iraq’s Maritime Gateway and a Center for Strategic Infrastructure
Basra occupies a central position in Iraq’s transport and trade landscape, hosting major commercial ports and Grand Faw Port, a key component of the Development Road initiative.
The project is intended to establish an integrated transport corridor linking Iraq’s maritime infrastructure to regional and international trade networks, creating opportunities for logistics development, infrastructure investment, and multimodal connectivity.
Basra’s expanding transport and logistics ecosystem offers significant opportunities for cooperation across port operations, maritime services, freight transportation, engineering, and supporting infrastructure.
A Platform for Investment and International Partnerships
ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 provides a specialized platform connecting government institutions, international industry leaders, infrastructure developers, and investors to explore transport and logistics opportunities in Iraq.
The Governor’s participation highlights the important role of local governments in supporting investment environments, infrastructure development, and collaboration between national institutions and private-sector partners.
Through its international exhibition and conference programme, ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 aims to connect Iraq’s strategic development priorities with global expertise, investment, and innovation.
The exhibition is held under the patronage of the Prime Minister of Iraq, with the support and patronage of the Iraqi Minister of Transport, and is organized by Alfa International for Exhibitions and Conferences.
Event Details
ITL IRAQ EXPO 2026 – Second Edition
25–27 November 2026
Baghdad International Fairground, Iraq
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