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Iraq is entering a new economic phase.. “huge” ships dock in the “large” port

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Iraq is entering a new economic phase.. “huge” ships dock in the “large” port
 
November 7, 2024
Basra/Iraq Observer
 
With the receipt of the five berths of Al-Faw Port from the Korean executing company, Iraq entered the era of a state whose ports overlooking the Gulf are officially relied upon to receive huge ships.
 
An event that Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani, who sponsored today’s handover ceremony for the project that the government described as the “People’s Project,” stressed that
 
it is of great importance because of its connection to the development road project, which will connect, starting from the large port of Al-Faw, the economies of most countries in the region, and will be an outlet for achieving integration.” The economist, pointing out that Iraq remains a fundamental pillar in the global economy, and a historical part and corridor of the most important international exchange routes.
 
During the opening, Al-Sudani pointed out the importance of the five berths in the Grand Al-Faw Port.
 
It represents the backbone of the port project in its first phase, which will be completed next year according to the previous schedules.
 
Huge commercial ships with large submersibles have already docked at the port’s docks.
 
Increase revenue
 
Member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Mustafa Al-Karawi, said in a statement to the official agency, followed by “Iraq Observer,” that
 
Iraq depends on oil for its resources by 90%, and
 
there is serious government work and direction to increase non-oil revenues,” indicating that
 
“the importance of ports lies in their It represents two revenue streams: the
 
     first is oil through exporting oil and receiving oil tankers, and the
     other is through the entry of goods.”  He added,
 
“The opening of the five berths and the completion of the investment in Al-Faw Port will contribute to supporting the path of development, in addition to being part of the Silk Road,” noting that
 
Iraq is located in a geographical area that makes it a link between the major countries, China and Europe.”
 
Development path
 
In turn, the Prime Minister’s Advisor for Transport Affairs, Nasser Al-Asadi, said in a statement to the official agency and followed by “Iraq Observer” that
 
“the opening of the first berths of the port will be followed by the opening of the remaining berths within the specified periods,” pointing out that
 
“the economic importance of these berths lies in opening the door Iraq has to make the Al-Faw Port project a reality, transforming it into a diversified economy through Al-Faw Port’s revenues.”  He stated,
 
Al-Faw Port has become a reality and will be the main artery of development, in addition to providing great job opportunities.” He confirmed,
 
 “The ships have begun to dock experimentally at the five berths, all of which have been opened,” noting that
 
“there are other parts of the port that are close to completion.”
 
Giant ships
 
Economic analyst Ahmed Abd Rabbo confirmed in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by “Iraq Observer,” that
 
Al-Faw port differs from other ports in Iraq in that it is directly connected to the Gulf, while the other ports are in sea channels, and the
 
opening of the five berths means inaugurating the phase of Iraq’s reception of giant and large ships that... It was impossible to enter.” He stated,
 
 “The other advantage of Al-Faw Port is the depth of its waters, which differs from other ports, and this matter will contribute to the process of actually embarking on the path of development by allowing ships of various sizes to dock.” He continued,
 
 “The opening of the docks cut off the talk of those who doubted the completion of Al-Faw Port and began the countdown to the completion of the Grand Al-Faw Port project.”
 
Attracting international shipping companies
 
Economic expert Ahmed Saddam said in a statement to the official agency and followed by “Iraq Observer” that
 
“the expected economic importance of Al-Faw port after completing other equipment such as cranes, warehouses, management systems and their accessories lies in encouraging the entry movement of large ships that need a large draft, as well as reducing the burden on Umm port.” castle". He continued,
 
“This means that Al-Faw Port will contribute to attracting new shipping companies in the future that can raise the level of the port’s revenues.” He pointed out,
 
 “Other positives for the Iraqi economy are the provision of
 
     employment opportunities within the port, as well as
     opening the door to internal land transport companies that will deal with the port in the future.” He stated,
 
 “If we take into account the activation of the Basra Law, the economic capital of Iraq, then
 
Al-Faw Port will be the mainstay for attracting foreign direct investment companies after providing appropriate facilities for that.
 
This will naturally be reflected in the Iraqi economy by raising the level of non-oil investments and their revenues.” 
 
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