Future of Digital Infrastructure & 5G in Iraq
Iraq is exploring the modernization of its digital infrastructure, including 5G deployment, nationwide fiber expansion, and modernization of backbone networks. 5G adoption will enable advanced use cases across healthcare, transportation, logistics, industrial automation, and smart city initiatives. Regulatory preparation will be essential to support spectrum allocation, investment incentives, and cybersecurity safeguards.
Future Development Areas
- 5G spectrum planning and auctions
- Fiber-to-the-home (FTTH) rollout expansion
- Internet exchange points and backbone upgrades
- IoT and machine-to-machine (M2M) services
- Cloud, data center, and edge computing infrastructure
CMC Compliance
- Develop spectrum frameworks for 5G
- Support infrastructure competition and sharing
- Establish cyber and privacy standards for emerging tech
- Promote investment and foreign participation
How Etihad Can Assist
Etihad provides legal and regulatory advisory services to banks, financial institutions, and businesses, supporting compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and regulatory guidance issued by any competent authorities.