Ali Babaan

Ali Babaan is an Iraqi politician who served as the Minister of Planning. He is notable for his emphasis on economic development and public policy in Iraq, particularly during the post-2003 reconstruction era. Babaan has been involved in various initiatives aimed at improving the infrastructure and economy of Iraq and has advocated for the establishment of local oil companies to enhance regional economic independence and productivity, as seen during his visit to Wasit province in 2009.