Etihad Law

Centeral Bank of Iraq

Centeral Bank of #Iraq has issued its Decision 155/2025 to ratify the updated Environmental, Social, and Governance (#ESG) Standards Guide, aligning our policies with global best practices. This critical update will:

  • Mitigate Climate Risk: Introduce frameworks to identify and reduce exposures related to climate change.
  • Enhance Corporate Governance: Clarify oversight roles for the Board and executive management.
  • Protect Stakeholders: Safeguard depositors, shareholders, and community interests through robust ESG controls.
  • Drive Sustainable Finance: Embed internationally recognized ESG metrics across all banking operations.