By John Lee.
The Iraqi Council of Ministers has approved measures to develop and manage airports through public-private partnerships (PPP):
- The Ministry of Transportation is authorised to engage the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, to develop investment proposals for the management, operation, and development of Basra, Mosul, Dhi Qar, and Najaf airports through public-private partnerships (PPP). The consultancy costs will be borne by the winning bidder and partially by the respective provinces.
- Either the Ministry of Transportation or the provincial government where the airport is located will be responsible for contracting with the private partner, ensuring coordination between both entities.
- The Ministry of Transportation will oversee airport revenues, operations, and employment, working in coordination with the provincial governments, which will serve as the liaison with the federal government.
- Federal authorities will retain control over key regulatory and security functions, including passport control, customs, health services, airport security, air traffic management, and quality assurance.
- Baghdad International Airport is exempt from these provisions, with the Ministry of Transportation retaining exclusive authority over its contracting and management.
(Source: PMO)
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