Located at the crossroads of many trade routes in the Middle East, Iraq became the 78th country to join the United Nations TIR Convention.

Iraq’s accession tot he TIR Convention solidifies its strategic role as a transit hub and supports thecountry’s economic vision to expand its non-oil sectors. The TIR system will increase regionalt rade and promote economic development and stability in Iraq and the wider region. IRU Secretary General Umberto de Pretto, on the subject; “We are excited about Iraq joining the TIR system. This development will allow Iraq to realize its great potential as a regional trade center supporting east-west and north-south connectivity. “Iraq’sa ccession to the TIR Convention is a golden opportunity to reaffirm the country’s readiness to tap into the potential of international trade to support economic growth and promote prosperity and development.”