Chairman of the National Investment Commission Announces Committee to Implement Agricultural Investment Projects and Tackle Climate Challenges

The Chairman of the National Investment Commission, Dr. Haider Mohammed Makiya, emphasized the importance of developing a national investment vision to enhance the agricultural sector and strengthen national food security in collaboration with relevant entities. This announcement came during an extensive meeting held today, Tuesday, at the Commission’s headquarters, where an agreement was reached to form a specialized committee comprising representatives from various sectors to implement agricultural investment projects.

Dr. Makiya highlighted that the newly formed committee will focus on several key objectives, including:

• Developing agricultural infrastructure.
• Creating employment opportunities, particularly for agricultural engineers and workers.
• Supporting national strategies to address climate challenges contributes to economic growth and increases the Gross Domestic Product (GDP).

The meeting, attended by members of the Prime Minister’s Advisory Board, the Director General of Agricultural Investments, and the President of the Iraqi Agricultural Engineers Union, discussed the current state of agricultural investments in Iraq and the obstacles faced by the sector. Opportunities for revitalizing this vital sector through well-planned initiatives were also explored.

In recent months, the Commission has held several meetings with stakeholders to discuss a climate investment plan to introduce new agricultural projects to combat desertification and reclaim land. These projects focus on promoting sustainable agriculture through innovative technologies tailored to local conditions, enhancing the agricultural economy, and supporting long-term growth.