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AHK Iraq Business Women Executive Roundtable | Women in Finance: Expanding Access to Capital | November 12, 2026

As part of its Business Women Empowerment initiative, AHK Iraq is organising an Executive Roundtable focused on access to finance for women-led businesses in Iraq. The discussion will bring together women entrepreneurs, financial sector representatives, and business professionals to examine financing challenges, banking requirements, and financial solutions that support business growth.

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AHK Iraq Business Women Executive Roundtable | Women in Finance: Expanding Access to Capital

Access to finance remains an important consideration for women entrepreneurs seeking to establish, sustain, and expand their businesses in Iraq. Understanding banking requirements, financing options, and available financial products is essential for making informed business decisions.

On November 12, 2026, AHK Iraq will host “Women in Finance: Expanding Access to Capital”, an Executive Roundtable under its Business Women Empowerment initiative.

The roundtable will provide a platform for focused dialogue between women business leaders and financial sector professionals, addressing practical barriers to financing and exploring opportunities to improve access to capital for women-led enterprises.

Through an interactive, discussion-based format, participants will exchange experiences, identify common challenges, and explore practical approaches to strengthening financial inclusion and business development.

Event Details

Date: November 12, 2026
Event: AHK Iraq Business Women Executive Roundtable
Theme: Women in Finance: Expanding Access to Capital
Sector Focus: Finance & Banking
Format: Executive Roundtable – Invitation Only
Organiser: AHK Iraq – German Liaison Office for Commerce and Industry

Discussion Focus

The roundtable will address:

  • Access to financing for women-led enterprises
  • Banking requirements and eligibility criteria
  • Loan guarantees and collateral requirements
  • Financial products tailored to women entrepreneurs
  • Challenges in securing business loans and investment capital
  • Opportunities for cooperation between financial institutions and women-led businesses

Who Should Attend

The roundtable is particularly relevant for:

  • Women entrepreneurs and business owners
  • Female executives and business decision-makers
  • Representatives of banks and financial institutions
  • Financial advisors and investment professionals
  • Organisations supporting women’s economic empowerment

Participation

The Executive Roundtable is an invitation-only event designed to encourage focused discussion and meaningful exchange among a selected group of participants.

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