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  Title & Description Component Doc. Date
1 Business Models for Acquaculture in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-03-15
  In a country with a limited supply of animal feed, the development of aquaculture makes considerable sense because the most common varieties of farmed fish have a much more favorable feed conversion than either cattle or poultry. This paper analyzes various aquaculture business models and systems in terms of feasibility and investment potential in Iraq.        
2 The Potential for Food Processing in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-03-15
  The objective of this report is to provide market-oriented recommendations concerning which food processing industries should be developed in Iraq, both to avoid import dependency and to establish a competitive, job-creating agri-food sector. The development of a modern food processing industry could add $10-15 billion to the Iraqi GDP, and should be a high priority for the newly elected government.        
3 The Dairy Market in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-07-18
  Developing the modern dairy sector is fundamental to the establishment of a food processing industry in Iraq, according to a USAID report. Success in this sector could accelerate the development process in a dramatic way and ignite a self-sustaining virtuous cycle of new investments leading to better distribution systems, resulting in lower margins and prices, followed by higher consumption and additional new investment.        
4 Small Ruminant Animals in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-07-23
  This study is aimed at supporting local microfinance activities in Iraq at the local level, rather than being a comprehensive analysis of sheep and goats in the country. Its objective is to support people involved in promoting lamb fattening and in developing alternative supplemental sources of animal feed. This paper analyzes the value chain and provides a quick, easy-to-read document for decision makers supporting local lamb fattening operations.        
5 Vegetable Oils in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-08-28
  Despite the fact that nearly every country in the world produces oilseeds of one kind or another, Iraq lacks seed oil cultivation, crushing facilities, and refining facilities necessary to production. This report argues Iraq should analyze primarily the potential of rapeseed and canola, followed by safflower and sunflower. Based on a similarity analysis with Iran, rapeseed seems the oilseed crop with the highest potential.        
6 Iraq Competitiveness Analysis (Arabic) Investment Promotion 2006-09-01
         
7 Iraq Competitiveness Analysis Investment Promotion 2006-09-02
  This paper identifies Iraqi industries which possess intrinsic advantages (or relatively fewer disadvantages), and therefore should be able to compete in an open market with as little assistance from the public sector as possible. It also seeks to identify sectors that benefit from physical proximity to large markets, in this case the domestic Iraqi market. A description of the approach and methodology employed in the analysis is included.
       
8 The Poultry Industry in Iraq Investment Promotion 2006-11-20
  There is currently a crisis in the Iraqi poultry industry, says a USAID report, and the development of a more competitive poultry industry should be a priority for the newly elected Iraqi government. This study emphasizes the strategic role the poultry industry could play in providing jobs in rural areas, achieving import substitution, providing consumers with diets richer in protein, and indirectly supporting the development of alternative crops such as corn, sorghum and other oil seed crops.        
9 The Bottled Water Market in Iraq Investment Promotion 2007-01-08
  This study argues bottled water represents a significant market in Iraq, likely to enjoy double digit growth because of the booming population and irreversible water quality deterioration. This study on water consumption in Iraq builds on the market data of leading exporters and importers, extensive interviews with consumers in Iraq, and data provided by associations, suppliers and retailers-distributors.
       
10 Tomato Paste in Iraq Investment Promotion 2007-02-08
  This paper measures the market for tomato derivatives in Iraq; analyzes the current market supply, with focus on imports from Turkey and Iran; analyses the current supply chain in Iraq in terms of processing factories and raw material providers; assesses the potential competitiveness of locally manufactured Iraqi tomato paste; presents a viable business model and preliminary business plan for tomato paste factories in Iraq; discusses existing constraints and recommends courses of action.
       
11 Iraq Microfinance Strategy Sustainable Microfinance 2007-02-25
  This paper sets out broad directions and priorities to guide development of the Iraqi microfinance industry, along with an action plan for implementing this strategy. It is the outcome of the Iraq Microfinance Summit held in Erbil, Iraq in November 2006, and further collaboration with microfinance implementers.        
12 An Overview of the Iraqi Banking System SME Lending 2007-03-30
  This paper provides a brief history of the modern banking industry and discusses the current status of both the private and state-owned banks in Iraq. The regulation and supervision of the industry are also examined, including the role of the Central Bank of Iraq (CBI). The paper was distributed at the first Iraq Banking and Finance Conference, "Banking in Iraq: The 21st Century Challenge", held in Amman, Jordan in April 2007.
       
13 Summary of the First Iraqi Banking Conference Investment Promotion 2007-04-05
  The first Iraqi Banking and Finance Conference, Banking in Iraq: The 21st Century Challenge, took place in Amman, Jordan on April 4-5, 2007. The conference was instrumental in identifying the priorities that need to be addressed to modernize the Iraqi banking system, which faces significant challenges after years of isolation from the international banking community. This report summarizes the conference proceedings and outlines participant recommendations.        
14 Pharmaceutical and Medical Projects in Iraq Investment Promotion 2007-04-17
  The aim of this study is to analyze the pharmaceutical and medical products sector to enable the development of recommendations for private sector business investment strategies and programs. Key sections analyze the demand side of the sector, the nature of procurement and distribution within Iraq, and current supply side, public and private interests. Additionally, the report looks at the supply of products within these sectors and examines the formal procurement and distribution system.        
15 The Tourism Industry in Iraq Investment Promotion 2007-07-16
  This report focuses on immediate, short/mid-term and long-term recommendations for domestic and international policy makers, indigenous private sector, and investors to stimulate the tourism industry in Iraq.        
16 An Overview of the Iraq Cement Industry Investment Promotion 2007-11-25
  The Iraqi cement industry has enormous potential. This report provides a general overview of the world cement industry and Iraq's potential as a force in that industry. Regional markets and consumption are described, followed by a detailed analysis of the current Iraq cement market and developments in the Iraq cement industry.        
17 The Iraq Microfinance Industry Performance Report, September 2008 Sustainable Microfinance 2008-12-01
  This Performance Classification and Monitoring System(PCMS)report presents the baseline of Iraqi Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) at the end of December 2007 and the growth and development of size and quality indicators for reporting MFIs over the first three quarters of 2008.        
18 The Iraq Microfinance Industry Performance Report, December 2008 Sustainable Microfinance 2009-02-01
         
19 Tourism Services in Iraq and GATS Negotiations Trade & WTO 2009-10-15
  This study supports Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). As part of that process, Iraq must negotiate offers/commitments for Trade in Goods and Trade in Services. In this report, the tourism services sub-sector is discussed in the context of the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), international best practices, and value chain development.        
20 Maritime Transport Services in Iraq and GATS Negotiations Trade & WTO 2009-10-15
  This study supports Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization (WTO). As part of that process, Iraq must negotiate offers/commitments for Trade in Goods and Trade in Services. In this report, the maritime transport services sub-sector is discussed in the context of the General Agreement on Trade in Services (GATS), international best practices, and value chain development.        

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