Iraq is heading to implement the first historical transfer operation through the international (TIR) system
Baghdad-INA
The International Road Transport Union (IRU) announced during its visit last week that Iraq is heading towards implementing the first historic transport operation through the international road transport system (TIR).
The union stated in a statement, followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that "a delegation from the International Road Transport Union (IRU) visited Iraq last week to lay the foundation for the first cross-border transport movement in the country within the international road transport system (TIR).
It explained that "Iraq is close to achieving a historic achievement in cross-border trade, as the first transport operation under the umbrella of the international road transport system is expected to take place soon, as this event represents a turning point for the country and a major step towards full integration into the recognized international system for customs transit."
It added that "during the past week, the International Road Transport Union (IRU) held key discussions with stakeholders in the public and private sectors, reinforcing Iraq's commitment to modernizing the trade sector and adopting international best practices."
It pointed out that "a specialized workshop was organized during the visit, focusing on the importance of international agreements of the United Nations, such as the TIR Convention and the European Convention on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road. Experts highlighted the vital role of these agreements in simplifying cross-border trade, enhancing trade security, and reducing road accidents. Discussions also addressed the importance of professional excellence in the land transport sector and developing strong regulatory frameworks to support it."
The statement continued that "cooperation between the public and private sectors was one of the main themes of the meetings, as its essential role in achieving these goals was emphasized," noting that "effective coordination between government authorities and the private sector is a crucial factor in ensuring the smooth implementation of the TIR Convention and the European Convention on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road, which enhances Iraq's position in regional and global trade."
It concluded that "as Iraq prepares for this achievement, it stands on the threshold of a new era in the field of transport and international trade, as it adopts global best practices to enhance efficiency, security, and economic growth."
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