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From the januari 2007 publication:
IRAQ/EU trade deal negotiations
On November 20th, negotiations were opened between Iraq and the EU over a bilateral trade agreement. Facing the fact that much of Iraq´s governmental budget of USD 41 billion would be spent on security measures in the conflict-ridden country, the country desperately seeks new direct foreign investments in order to boost the reconstruction.
The head of the Iraqi delegation in Brussels, Mr. Barham Salih, Iraq´s deputy prime minister, admitted that possible investors should not underestimate the difficulties that might be encountered but pointed out that many Iraqi provinces are relatively safe and secure and are able to receive investment. A prerequisite for these negotiations to become successful is that the EU delivers in first instance technical assistance to Iraq for establishing a regulatory framework that makes investment interesting.
EU commissioner Peter Mandelson confirmed this by observing that Iraq´s recovery would amongst other things depend on its ability to lessen its dependency on the oil sector. Mr. Salih agreed and pointed out that the Iraqi ministries are currently conducting talks on the implementation of a new hydrocarbon law, the basis for any future contracts in this market segment. Last but not least, during the discussions held, Iraq will also seek backing by the EU of Iraq´s accession to the World Trade Organization although it is obvious that this will not be something for tomorrow.
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