Iraq’s transportation sector is poised for significant advancement with the unveiling of two major projects: Baghdad’s metro system and a high-speed railway linking Najaf and Karbala. However, Iraqi observers express concern that the government’s choice to partner with potentially inexperienced companies has sparked criticism, with some speculating that corruption may be a motivating factor behind these projects. Iraq’s Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, on 8 February, during the investment opportunities launch event for the two projects, emphasised the importance of these ventures. “The …