ABOUT APC
Your Local Partner for Business and Investment Risk Insight in Iraq.
We combine local knowledge of Iraq with professional risk assessment methodologies to support informed business and investment decisions.
A Local Perspective. A Professional Approach.
Established in the United Arab Emirates in 2020, APC provides specialized investment and business risk assessment and management services. As its activities expanded into Iraq, the company focused on providing local knowledge and analysis that can be integrated into professional assessments for investors, companies and international risk partners.
Experience That Informs Better Decisions.
The company was founded by Dr. Ahmed Al-Qaisi, who has extensive experience in analysis and work with government entities and local and international research centers. He also served for eight years as Director General of the International Institute for Investment Risk Assessment in the UAE.
Our Vision
To build a specialized platform for investment and business risk assessment in Iraq and become a trusted local partner for global companies and international risk advisory firms seeking a deeper understanding of the Iraqi environment.
Our Mission
To provide professional and realistic assessments of the risks and opportunities associated with investment and business in Iraq, combining local knowledge, international experience and professional methodologies to support better-informed decisions.
What Sets Us Apart
Local Knowledge. Better Context.
We combine an understanding of international professional methodologies with direct knowledge of the Iraqi environment.
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Local Understanding
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Local Understanding
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Local Understanding
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Local Understanding
Multidisciplinary Expertise for Complex Environments.
We draw on a multidisciplinary team and network of experts and partners, with assignment teams structured around the project and risks being assessed.
- Strategic Analysis
- Economic & Commercial Risk
- Political & Security Risk
- Corporate Due Diligence & Verification
- Financial Analysis
- Legal & Regulatory Risk
- Local & Community Risk
- Digital & Media Analysis
- Stakeholder & Local Relations
- Risk Monitoring & Early Warning
Our Approach: From Information to Practical Assessment
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Understand the Investment & Decision
We begin by defining the investment and the decision the client is preparing to make.
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Collect & Verify Information
We use multiple sources, compare information and test consistency, with local verification where appropriate and lawful.
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Assess Risk
We identify risk drivers and assess likelihood, impact and factors that may change risk levels.
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Deliver Assessment & Options
We translate findings into a practical assessment covering priorities, scenarios, management options and monitoring.
We do not apply any standard mechanically; we use appropriate professional frameworks while taking account of the project, market and Iraqi environment. Information collection and use are conducted within applicable laws and professional requirements.
Confidentiality & Professional Governance
Confidentiality. Independence. Professional Standards.
We work within the agreed scope of each assignment, respecting applicable legal and professional requirements, confidentiality obligations and the governance standards established for the engagement.
- Confidentiality.
- Objectivity & Independence.
- Professional Standards.