THE 1ST IRAN SPECIALIZED EXHIBITION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & POWER PLANT IN IRAQ - BAGHDAD

THE 1ST IRAN SPECIALIZED EXHIBITION OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT & POWER PLANT IN IRAQ - BAGHDAD

TEHRAN – The first specialized exhibition of Iranian electricity and related industries kicked off at Baghdad International Exhibition Center on Tuesday.

Iraqi Electricity Minister Louay Al Khateeb along with Iranian Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi accompanied by a handful of officials from both sides attended the opening ceremony, IRNA reported.

Speaking in the ceremony, Masjedi pointed to the exhibition as an important step for Iran's further engagement in Iraq’s potential market.

“We are striving to expand the activity of Iranian companies in various sectors of Iraq’s electricity which would lead to an increase in the exports of electricity-related equipment and components.” He said.

Al Khateeb for his part, expressed satisfaction with holding such exhibitions in his country, calling Iranian companies capable trade partners.

The official further noted that the Iraqi electricity ministry plans to use the experiences and capabilities of Iranian companies in many projects related to the repair and rehabilitation of Iraq’s electricity network, the supply of equipment especially in the transmission and distribution network and construction of power plants.

“Using the experiences and knowledge provided by the Iranian companies in the electricity industry as well as importing electricity from Iran will continue to the point of Iraq self-sufficiency in this industry.” Al Khateeb said.

The 1st Iran Specialized Exhibition of Electrical Equipment & Power Plant in Iraq will be held in 4 to 7 March in Baghdad. It would be our pleasure to visit you in our booth.