Shipping Arabia, October 23, 2026 – Iraq’s Maritime Security Committee held its 27th meeting at the headquarters of the General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI), focusing on maritime security in Iraqi territorial waters and procedures regulating vessel movements to and from the country’s ports.
The meeting was chaired by Dr. Hazem Al-Hafadhi, Administrative Undersecretary at Iraq’s Ministry of Transport, with GCPI Director General Abdullah Ati Abdullah and members of the committee in attendance.
Discussions focused on security matters concerning Iraqi territorial waters, mechanisms for regulating vessel entry and departure, and the implementation of existing measures to maintain the smooth flow of maritime traffic.
Maritime Security Committee Reviews Vessel Traffic Procedures
The committee examined procedures governing ship movements in Iraqi waters, emphasizing compliance with applicable maritime regulations and instructions.
Participants also reviewed the measures currently in place to support navigational safety and security while maintaining orderly vessel movements.
The discussions addressed coordination among authorities responsible for maritime security, particularly regarding the protection of Iraqi territorial waters and the implementation of established security procedures.
Coordination to Protect Iraqi Territorial Waters
The 27th meeting formed part of ongoing coordination among Iraqi authorities involved in maritime security and the management of vessel movements.
The committee’s work focuses on monitoring the measures necessary to protect the country’s territorial waters, strengthen maritime navigation safety and maintain compliance with existing regulations.
These efforts aim to ensure the safe and orderly movement of vessels entering and departing Iraqi ports while supporting the continuity of maritime operations.
Source: General Company for Ports of Iraq
