The Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) and the Iraq Securities Commission (ISC) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
The agreement marks Iraq’s official entry into the regional “Tabadul” digital trading platform.
The agreement, signed at ADX headquarters, facilitates seamless cross-border trading and investment. This occurs between Iraq, Abu Dhabi, and other Tabadul member markets.
It allows brokers remote access and enables investors to participate in cross-market IPOs.
ISC Chairman Faisal Al-Haimus described the move as a “qualitative leap” for Iraq’s financial infrastructure. It promotes regional integration and digital transformation.
ISX CEO Taha Ahmed Abdul Salam added that joining Tabadul aligns with government efforts to enhance economic growth and openness.
ADX Group CEO Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi stated that the collaboration strengthens ISX’s regional standing and offers investors diverse opportunities.
This integration represents a major step toward modernizing Iraq’s capital market and strengthening its ties with regional financial hubs.
The Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) and the Iraq Securities Commission (ISC) signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX) on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
The agreement marks Iraq’s official entry into the regional “Tabadul” digital trading platform. Consequently, Iraq becomes the ninth market to join the ADX-led initiative.
The agreement, signed at ADX headquarters, facilitates seamless cross-border trading and investment. This occurs between Iraq, Abu Dhabi, and other Tabadul member markets.
It allows brokers remote access and enables investors to participate in cross-market IPOs.
ISC Chairman Faisal Al-Haimus described the move as a “qualitative leap” for Iraq’s financial infrastructure. It promotes regional integration and digital transformation.
ISX CEO Taha Ahmed Abdul Salam added that joining Tabadul aligns with government efforts to enhance economic growth and openness.
ADX Group CEO Abdulla Salem Alnuaimi stated that the collaboration strengthens ISX’s regional standing and offers investors diverse opportunities.
Tabadul now connects markets with over 490 listed companies and provides access for more than 7.5 million investors.
This integration represents a major step toward modernizing Iraq’s capital market and strengthening its ties with regional financial hubs.
