tir-iru

Iraq to join TIR system

Iraq has acceded to the TIR Convention, paving the way for the implementation of the United Nations transit system in the country. The International Road Transport Union (IRU) said the TIR system would cut border waiting times significantly by allowing trucks to cross borders without having to queue for hours or days. [+]

Iraq joins TIR

Iraq has become the 78th country to accede to the United Nations TIR Convention. The TIR transit and guarantee system has been adopted by Oman, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and, most recently, Qatar. The International Road Transport Union said it is already significantly reducing border-crossing times and boosting trade in ... [+]