Thursday, October 04, 2007
Iraq Defence, Security and Communications Summit announced
(AME Info FZ LLC) - The Iraq Development Program (IDP) is proud to announce confirmation of the Iraq Defence, Security & Communications Summit for 16-17 February 2008, Dubai, UAE. H.E. Shirwan Al-Waili, Iraqi Minister for National Security Affairs has confirmed he will lead the government delegation that will also include ministers, deputies and director generals from: the Ministry of Defence, the Ministry of Interior, the Ministry of Communications, the Ministry of Science & Technology, the KRG Ministry of Interior and the KRG Ministry for Peshmerga Affairs
The two-day summit will include detailed presentations of all ministerial requirements plus dedicated roundtables to allow for private one-to-one meetings between delegates and ministers. Quite simply, the summit will allow for best in breed contractors to meet over 40 decision-making government officials under one roof, providing incomparable reach and return on investment. A substantial part of the summit will be devoted to US Department of Defence procurement for Iraq and accordingly will include the most appropriate and senior officials.
IDP now has an exemplary track record in organising high-level meetings-based events in partnership with the Iraqi Government. The first Iraq Security was held in September 2006 and led to outstanding testimonials from companies who achieved tangible commercial returns:
'The Summit allowed us to personally meet various Government and Military Officials in one venue which would have taken countless hours had we not attended. We have been pleased with the responses so far and we are looking forward to the next Summit,' according to Streit Manufacturing.
"It allows all delegates to understand and to be understood, as well as offer the foundation for lasting and trusted friendships and partnerships," said Raytheon.
The two-day summit will include detailed presentations of all ministerial requirements plus dedicated roundtables to allow for private one-to-one meetings between delegates and ministers. Quite simply, the summit will allow for best in breed contractors to meet over 40 decision-making government officials under one roof, providing incomparable reach and return on investment. A substantial part of the summit will be devoted to US Department of Defence procurement for Iraq and accordingly will include the most appropriate and senior officials.
IDP now has an exemplary track record in organising high-level meetings-based events in partnership with the Iraqi Government. The first Iraq Security was held in September 2006 and led to outstanding testimonials from companies who achieved tangible commercial returns:
'The Summit allowed us to personally meet various Government and Military Officials in one venue which would have taken countless hours had we not attended. We have been pleased with the responses so far and we are looking forward to the next Summit,' according to Streit Manufacturing.
"It allows all delegates to understand and to be understood, as well as offer the foundation for lasting and trusted friendships and partnerships," said Raytheon.
Labels: Department of Defence procurement, Dubai, Iraq Defence, Security and Communications Summit, Shirwan al-Waili
Monday, July 30, 2007
Security Minister says Iranians involved in violence in Iraq
Region
(Azzaman) - An Iraqi cabinet minister says Iranians are involved in violence in the country by helping insurgents obtain better weapons and training. Shirwan al-Waili, state minister for security affairs, said insurgents were improving their tactics and that their attacks on sensitive targets in Baghdad were hitting their targets with better precision.
Waili was referring to recent attacks on the so-called Green Zone which houses government offices, U.S. administrative quarters as well as embassy. “Militia elements and Iranian experts are pounding the Green Zone on almost daily basis,” he said. Waili is part of the Shiite coalition ruling the country which is alleged to have strong ties with Iran.
Asked about accusations that he himself was closely related to Iraq, Waili said: “I only belong to Iraq.” He said his ministry was praised by U.S. troops recently. However, he expressed disquiet at the newly formed Iraqi Intelligence Organization, saying there were many in the government who were not totally happy with its chief Mohammed al-Shahwani.
He did not elaborate but said the government was not involved in Iraqi intelligence activities as the organization is being financed and administered by the United States. On whether he had received any Iranian demands, Waili said Tehran’s only request has been the closure of camps run by Iranian exiles, Mujahideen Khalq in Iraq.
Waili was referring to recent attacks on the so-called Green Zone which houses government offices, U.S. administrative quarters as well as embassy. “Militia elements and Iranian experts are pounding the Green Zone on almost daily basis,” he said. Waili is part of the Shiite coalition ruling the country which is alleged to have strong ties with Iran.
Asked about accusations that he himself was closely related to Iraq, Waili said: “I only belong to Iraq.” He said his ministry was praised by U.S. troops recently. However, he expressed disquiet at the newly formed Iraqi Intelligence Organization, saying there were many in the government who were not totally happy with its chief Mohammed al-Shahwani.
He did not elaborate but said the government was not involved in Iraqi intelligence activities as the organization is being financed and administered by the United States. On whether he had received any Iranian demands, Waili said Tehran’s only request has been the closure of camps run by Iranian exiles, Mujahideen Khalq in Iraq.
Labels: Green Zone, Iran, Iraqi Intelligence Organization, Mohammed al-Shahwani, Mujahideen Khalq, Shirwan al-Waili
