The BIP Summit investment momentum increased on the second day of the third BIP Summit for Economy and Investment in Erbil. The event continued with strong participation and a packed schedule. Today, companies planned more than 40 meetings. The BIP Summit investment drive attracted firms from around the world. Leaders in business arrived early to connect and explore new opportunities.
The Kurdistan Region now positions itself as a growing investment hub. The ninth cabinet of the Kurdistan Regional Government focuses heavily on expanding investment. This effort delivers clear progress across many sectors. As a result, interest in the BIP Summit investment agenda continues to rise.
Dr. Dara Karim Mahmood, Director of the BIP Summit, he said the afternoon would start the official business-to-business meetings. He noted that more than 40 meetings would take place. Companies from 13 countries joined these sessions. These countries include the United Kingdom, China, India, Italy, Switzerland, the UAE, and Qatar. Furthermore, several regional companies also confirmed their plans to meet potential partners. This shows that the BIP Summit investment platform attracts both global and regional players.
Yesterday marked the opening day of the summit. Organizers held seven meetings with companies from Turkey, Cyprus, the UAE, and Qatar. These discussions covered tourism, construction, technology, and international brand development. The success of the first day built momentum for today. Hence, interest increased as more delegations prepared for additional talks.
Over 15 major holdings from the Kurdistan Region and other parts of the country are participating. Nearly 15 holdings from 13 countries also joined. In addition, 50 major international companies came to explore the growing market. Organizers estimate that this year’s summit may attract up to $275 million in investment interest. This estimate highlights the rising impact of the BIP Summit investment initiative.
The first and second editions of the summit took place in the United Arab Emirates. Both events produced several new agreements and partnerships. The first summit generated $100 million in interest. The second summit generated $350 million. These results encouraged even more interest in this year’s event. Consequently, the third summit aims to exceed expectations.


