Industry Minister Reviews Fertiliser Production in Basra
By John Lee.
Iraq's Minister of Industry and Minerals, Khaled Battal Al-Najm, chaired a meeting with the General Company for Southern Fertilisers in Basra to review current partnership contracts and assess factory operations. The discussions focused on ensuring the continuous production of fertilisers to support the agricultural sector and enhance food security.
The meeting covered updates on the Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertiliser plant contract, the performance of the urea production lines, and the status of other projects. Minister Al-Najm emphasised the need to resolve operational challenges to avoid disruptions in production.
He directed a technical and economic review of production lines to ensure their feasibility and sustainability, while safeguarding the company's interests. Additionally, he instructed that revenues be allocated for essential maintenance to sustain production and meet national agricultural fertiliser needs.
(Source: Ministry of Industry and Minerals)
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