The 6th  Smart Life Expo Iraq

Exhibition time: September 2026 (tentative)

Exhibition location: Erbil International Expo Center, Iraq

Host: KAC International Exhibition Group

Theme exhibition area:

1. Building materials and decorative equipment exhibition area: building materials, building hardware tools, engineering machinery and equipment, lighting fixtures, furniture, etc;

2. Boutique Exhibition Area: Home Textiles, Leather Products, Clothing and Fabrics, Accessories and Accessories, Various Shoes, Daily Necessities, etc;

3. Electricity and New Energy Exhibition Area: Traditional Energy Generator Sets, Transmission and Distribution Equipment, Photovoltaic and Equipment, Wind Energy and Related Equipment, Energy Storage Equipment, etc;

4. Automotive Parts and Decorative Products Exhibition Area: Various types of vehicles and automotive parts, automotive decorations, and various tools.

Project Introduction:

Since its opening in 2021, the Iraq International Trade Fair has attracted over 1300 companies, 60 sponsors, and more than 80000 visitors, covering an exhibition area of 17000 square meters. The exhibition provides unprecedented opportunities for exhibitors to delve into the vibrant Iraqi market, interact face-to-face with key decision-makers in the industry, and secure orders worth millions of dollars.

Introduction to Iraq:

The Republic of Iraq is located in southwestern Asia, northeast of the Arabian Peninsula, with a land area of 438317 square kilometers and a population of 40.22 million. In 2023, Iraq's gross domestic product reached 255 billion US dollars, a year-on-year increase of 2.3%.

After the Iraq War, Iraq pursued a proactive and pragmatic foreign policy, emphasizing the development of relations with major powers; Seeking cooperation with neighboring countries to create a favorable external environment for domestic stability; Strive to seek assistance from the international community for the post-war reconstruction of Iraq. At the beginning of the 21st century, Iraq had restored or established diplomatic relations with nearly 80 countries and resumed activities within regional and international organizations such as the Arab League, United Nations agencies, and the International Monetary Fund.

Iraq has the fifth largest proven oil reserves in the world. Oil exports are the absolute pillar of a country's fiscal revenue. In addition to abundant oil and gas resources, it also has fertile farmland, water resources, and a young population structure. After decades of war and international sanctions, infrastructure has suffered severe damage. The current core task is to rebuild and promote economic diversification on a large scale, reducing dependence on oil.

Market opportunities:

1: Post war reconstruction needs:

Infrastructure gaps: electricity (with a shortage rate of nearly 50%), transportation (road/railway network repair), and housing (requiring 3 million housing units after the war).

Government investment: 152 billion US dollars in the 2023 fiscal budget will be used for reconstruction, with priority given to energy, water conservancy, and healthcare sectors.

China's role: It has participated in power stations (such as Huasid Power Station), schools, and hospital projects, and deepened the "the Belt and Road" cooperation.

2: Population dividend and consumption potential

Youthful structure: 70% of the 40 million population are under 30 years old, with strong consumer demand.

The Rise of E-commerce: The penetration rate of online shopping has increased from 8% in 2020 to 25% in 2023, and e-commerce platforms are expanding rapidly.

3: The energy industry relies on imports

There is a high demand for oilfield equipment, pipelines, and drilling tools, with 80% of them needing to be imported. China's machinery has a clear advantage in terms of cost-effectiveness.

Diplomatic relations between the two countries:

Since China and Iraq signed the "the Belt and Road" cooperation document in 2015, bilateral cooperation in various fields has yielded fruitful results. China actively participates in the reconstruction of energy, infrastructure and other fields in Iraq, providing assistance to the best of its ability for Iraq's economic and social development. China is Iraq's largest trading partner, and Iraq is China's third largest trading partner among Arab countries. In 2023, the bilateral trade volume between China and Iran will be 49.74 billion US dollars. As a country along the the Belt and Road, Iraq will welcome more Chinese enterprises in the future.