Entrepreneurship and Ideas Forum – Iraq Shield for Entrepreneurship and Excellence 2026

Entrepreneurship and Ideas Forum – Iraq Shield for Entrepreneurship and Excellence 2026 is a national event held in Iraq in celebration of the Iraqi National Entrepreneurship Day (March 4, 2026). It aims to support a culture of innovation, strengthen the business environment, and empower entrepreneurs to present their ideas to academic institutions, investors, and supporting organizations. The forum brings together a distinguished group of entrepreneurs, startup founders, creative students, and researchers, along with representatives from both the public and private sectors, in an interactive platform where innovative projects and ideas are showcased and where challenges and opportunities in the Iraqi labor market are discussed. The event includes: The Iraq Shield for Entrepreneurship and Excellence 2026 Competition to honor the best entrepreneurial projects. Panel discussions and specialized workshops in business development and innovation. An exhibition for startups and creative ideas. Recognition of influential figures and initiatives in the field of entrepreneurship. The forum seeks to build a stronger and more integrated entrepreneurial community and to encourage Iraqi youth to transform their ideas into sustainable projects that contribute to economic and social development. Al-Mustaqbal University The first university in Iraq.