The 3rd Annual Gathering · 2026
3 IAGST 2026 — The 3rd Iraqi Annual Gathering for Space Technology
The 3rd Iraqi Annual Gathering for Space Technology
- Venue
- Iraqi Engineers Union — Baghdad, Iraq
- Date
- Saturday, 17 October 2026
- Time
- 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Baghdad Time)
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Launches Saturday, 17 October 2026 — 4:00 PM Baghdad Time
About The Gathering
The 3rd Iraqi Annual Gathering for Space Technology
An evening in Baghdad convening dialogue, exhibitions, national innovation competitions, and telescope astronomical observations.
The gathering takes place in Baghdad on Saturday, 17 October 2026, 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Baghdad Time).
The program features two high-level panel discussions: the first exploring space technology in Iraq, opportunities and national capacity building; the second examining Iraq and satellite development, space security, and national applications, alongside accompanying exhibitions and the annual space technology contest.
Proceedings conclude with official awards and the commemorative group photograph, followed by a banquet dinner and night-sky stargazing with telescopes.
- 01Two Panel Discussions
- 02Three Specialized Exhibitions
- 03Annual Space Tech Contest
- 04Telescope Stargazing
Official Schedule
General Agenda
From official opening proceedings to late-night planetary telescope observations.
Together Towards a Space Future Serving Iraq
Date:Saturday, 17 October 2026
Time:4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Baghdad Time)
Venue:Iraqi Engineers Union
A Horizon of Knowledge ... For an Advanced Iraq
- 01STAGE 01
Official Opening Ceremony
- Iraqi National Anthem
- Recitation from the Holy Quran
- Opening Documentary Film
- Official Keynote Speeches
- 02STAGE 02Keynote Panel Session
First Panel Session
Space Technology in Iraq: Current Landscape, Opportunities & National Capacity Building
- 03STAGE 03
Accompanying Exhibitions & Activities
- Space Activities & Projects Exhibition
- Space & Astronomical Photography Gallery
- Specialized Space, Astronomy & Tech Books Exhibition
- 04STAGE 04Keynote Panel Session
Second Panel Session
Iraq & Satellites: From Current Applications to National Ambition & Space Security
- 05STAGE 05Competition & Awards
Annual Space Technology Competition
Final Submissions Showcase • Results Announcement • Recognition of Top 3 Winners
- Showcase of Finalist Innovations
- Results Announcement & Winner Honors
- 06STAGE 06
Honoring Ceremony & Official Commemorative Photo
Honoring Pioneers, Sponsors & Guests with Official Group Photograph
- 07STAGE 07
Dinner Banquet & Networking
Banquet Dinner & Scientific Networking Session
- 08STAGE 08Night Stargazing
Night Astronomical Stargazing with Telescopes
Observation of Celestial Bodies & Moon Supervised by Astronomers
Pillars of Space Technology in Iraq
Official strategic goals shaping gathering dialogues and research agendas
Dialogue & Horizons
Analyzing current realities, future opportunities, and strategic aerospace visions
National Expertise
Convening national engineering minds and aerospace capabilities in Iraq
Space Industries
Fostering satellite manufacturing, drone technologies, and ground station systems
Research & Innovation
Empowering applied academic research, student innovations, and scientific publications
Capacity & Partnerships
Building sustainable national human capital through strategic institutional partnerships
Dignitaries, Leaders & Specialized Experts Representing
Speakers & Dignitaries
Speakers & Distinguished Guests
Click on any profile card to read the complete biography.
Speakers
Partners & Supporters
Partners & Official Supporters
Collaborating with premier national institutions and forward-thinking enterprises advancing Iraqi aerospace horizons.
Official Gathering Partners
Iraqi Engineers Union
Captain Fareed Foundation for Space & Aviation Sciences
Official Gathering Sponsor
Masarat Al Iraq Information Technology Co. Ltd
Registration
Register for 3 IAGST 2026
Join leaders, researchers, and pioneers at the premier space technology gathering in Baghdad.
Contact
Connect With Us
- info@iagst.com
- Phone
- 07821771429
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