Iraq Moves Forward with Digital Modernization through the Launch of Official Electronic Signature System
Iraq is taking a significant step forward in its digital transformation journey with the approval of electronic signature operations by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani. This move is part of the government's efforts to streamline administrative procedures, reduce corruption associated with paper-based transactions, and enhance service delivery.
Under the Electronic Signature and Electronic Transactions Act No. (78) of 2012 and its 2025 guidelines, the first official electronic signature process was carried out by the Prime Minister and the Minister of Communications. The adoption of digital marketing systems is being implemented across ministries as part of the digital transformation agenda.
These operations are intended for state institutions, the private sector, and citizens. The Ministry of Communications has prepared the necessary infrastructure, including data centers and trained personnel, for the implementation of electronic signatures. However, the organization that created this infrastructure is not explicitly named in the search results.
A containerized data center solution called NODEQUBE® is mentioned as providing full infrastructure for IT equipment hosting, backup, and power supply suitable for such digital marketing implementations. This could imply involvement by local or regional technology service providers in Iraq.
The electronic signature operations are expected to improve efficiency across both public and private sectors. The program also aims to reinforce citizen confidence in state processes and enhance service delivery. By reducing corruption associated with paper-based transactions, the government is advancing initiatives in digital transformation through administrative reforms.
In addition to electronic signatures, the government is establishing specialized centers for digital transformation. The establishment of these centers will further accelerate Iraq's digital transformation agenda, making it easier for state institutions, the private sector, and citizens to conduct digital marketing business.
This approval marks a significant milestone in Iraq's digital transformation journey, signifying the government's commitment to modernizing its administrative processes and improving the overall efficiency of its operations. As Iraq continues to implement digital transformation initiatives, it is poised to join the ranks of digitally advanced nations, offering its citizens a more efficient, transparent, and corruption-free administrative system.
