Legal Update for All Companies and Their Legal Representatives: Trade Name (Foreign Language Usage)
Pursuant to Article (201) of the Iraqi Companies Law No. (21) of 1997, as amended, which permits the use of […]
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Salt & Associates Addresses Contractual Risk in Iraq at AHK session
Salt & Associates hosted a webinar for AHK, the German-Arab Chamber of Industry and Commerce, bringing together executives, managing directors,
Regional Legal Update: MENA Geopolitical Developments and Contractual Risk
Implications for the Oil & Gas and Logistics Sectors Focus on Iraq and the United Arab Emirates | March 2026
Structuring Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) for Environmental Projects in Iraq
Public-Private Partnerships are becoming a key model for delivering environmental infrastructure in Iraq. This article explores the legal framework, contract structuring, financing mechanisms, and risk management strategies essential to developing sustainable and bankable PPP projects.
Quality Assurance and Accreditation in Infrastructure Projects: Legal Obligations, Market Opportunities, and Investor Confidence
Large construction projects in Iraq involve multiple regulatory authorities, layered contractual structures, and heightened exposure to operational risk. Successful delivery depends not only on technical execution, but on early legal planning, clear allocation of responsibilities, and ongoing regulatory compliance. From land due diligence and permitting to contract management and dispute resolution, a well-structured legal framework is essential to protecting project value and maintaining momentum throughout the project lifecycle.
Construction Law in Iraq: Risk Management in Large-Scale Projects
Large construction projects in Iraq involve multiple regulatory authorities, layered contractual structures, and heightened exposure to operational risk. Successful delivery depends not only on technical execution, but on early legal planning, clear allocation of responsibilities, and ongoing regulatory compliance. From land due diligence and permitting to contract management and dispute resolution, a well-structured legal framework is essential to protecting project value and maintaining momentum throughout the project lifecycle.
Franchise Agreements in Iraq – Legal Framework and Required Procedures
Franchising in Iraq operates under a highly regulated framework.
Unlike many jurisdictions, franchise agreements are not treated as standalone contracts but are typically classified as commercial agency arrangements under Iraqi law. This means franchisors and franchisees must comply with mandatory licensing, registration, and trademark requirements before any commercial activity can legally begin. Careful legal structuring is essential to avoid regulatory delays, contract unenforceability, and potential criminal exposure.
Advancing Legal Clarity in Iraq’s Tax Landscape: A Comparative Analysis of Double Taxation
At Salt & Associates, we remain committed to providing investors and businesses with clear, comparative legal insight into Iraq’s tax framework, ensuring informed decision-making in an increasingly interconnected market.
Launch of Electronic Signature in Iraq – Implementation of the Electronic Signature and Electronic Transactions Law No. (78) of 2012
Iraq has launched electronic signatures across government, private sector, and citizen services, activating the Electronic Signature and Electronic Transactions Law No. (78) of 2012. The move marks a key step in Iraq’s digital transformation, promoting transparency, reducing paperwork, and improving the business environment.