The impact of tourism investment on economic growth in Iraq for the period (2004-2022)

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Tourism receipts, tourism expenditure, tourist arrivals, tourist numbers, economic growth,
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Omar Mohammed Ateha
College of Administration and Economics/Tikrit University
mmr624005@gmail.com
Ibrahim Abdullah Jassim

DOI:https://doi.org/10.25130/tjaes.21.72.1.10

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The research aims to analyze the impact of tourism investment on economic growth in Iraq for the period (2004–2022) , with a focus on the relationship between tourism indicators (tourism revenues, spending on the tourism sector, number of tourists, and gross domestic product). The study relies on time series data and stability tests (ADF) to apply the ARDL model in order to measure the short- and long-term relationships. The results revealed a positive short-term relationship between tourism investment and economic growth, reflecting the role of tourism in stimulating economic activity over limited time periods. However, in the long term, the results did not show a significant impact of tourism investment, indicating the weak sustainability of this effect due to factors such as inadequate tourism infrastructure, lack of supporting facilities and services. The study proposes several recommendations, including stimulating short-term growth, diversifying the economy, and developing infrastructure. The research emphasizes that the success of the tourism sector in Iraq depends on addressing structural obstacles in order to transform the temporary impact into a lasting driver of growth.

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Omar Mohammed Ateha, & Ibrahim Abdullah Jassim. (2025). The impact of tourism investment on economic growth in Iraq for the period (2004-2022). Tikrit Journal of Administrative and Economic Sciences, 21(72 part 1), 185–199. https://doi.org/10.25130/tjaes.21.72.1.10
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Vol. 21 No. 72 part 1 (2025): vol.21, no 72 part 1 year 2025
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