Iraq: Bechtel, EADS and border security projectsnote

The Iraqi Interior Ministry is preparing to invite offers for four major security projects. The projects are for major oil fields as well as for the border with Saudi Arabia, Syria, Kuwait and Jordan. The following 224-word item published in Iraq Information Report’s issue of July 16, 2008 focuses on the border security projects. It tells where the Ministry is with the studies, how it intends to proceed and what the suggestions are for how to shortlist the companies. It also tells what the Interior Ministry’s priorities are and which companies are most circulated to get these projects. Besides, the item tells when to expect the invitation for offers.