Iraqi Entrepreneurship and Innovation Council
Towards a Diversified and Sustainable Knowledge Economy
The Iraqi Entrepreneurship and Innovation Council (IEIC) is an independent, non-governmental national institution, established to serve as the central reference point for driving innovation and promoting entrepreneurship in Iraq. It connects government, private sector, academia, and Iraqi talent at home and abroad within one integrated innovation ecosystem.
Why the Council?
A National Ecosystem for Innovation
The Council serves as a national umbrella that unifies initiatives and develops policies and programs enabling startups and accelerating the shift to a knowledge economy.
Official and Trusted Platform
Established with the approval of the Prime Minister as an official institutional framework for the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
A Unifying Bridge
Connects government, private sector, universities, and diaspora under one national vision.
Integrated Growth Environment
Incubators, accelerators, and IP protection to support start-ups at every stage.
Gateway to Diversified Economy
Contributing to building a diversified Iraqi economy beyond oil dependency.
VISION & MISSION
Our Vision
The knowledge economy is the real gateway to building a diversified and sustainable Iraqi economy that can compete regionally and globally and remain resilient in the face of crises and rapid global change.
Our Mission
To rely on the wealth of Iraqi minds as the bridge that unites government institutions and policymakers, private sector companies and investors, universities and research centers, and Iraqi competencies at home and abroad, in order to build a national innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem that contributes to economic diversification and sustainable job creation.
Our Strategic Objectives at a Glance
Our Strategic Objectives
Develop policies and regulations that support the entrepreneurial environment
Designing and updating regulatory frameworks that improve the quality of the business environment and make it easier to launch and grow start-ups.
Support, develop, and grow innovative projects
Providing a comprehensive incubation environment to transform entrepreneurial ideas into successful and sustainable ventures.
Facilitate access to finance, guidance, and support funds
Connecting entrepreneurs with diverse funding sources and providing technical guidance to prepare strong business plans.
Promote a culture of innovation and digital transformation
Spreading a culture of innovation and adopting modern technologies to build a competitive digital economy.
Provide means to build sustainable national and international partnerships
Connecting local efforts with a global network of institutions and expertise to strengthen the entrepreneurship ecosystem.