Current Time in Basra
Best time to meet with Iraqis
| Time (local time) | 5-point scale | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| 7:00-9:00 | Quiet time before and after work starts, but availability varies due to commuting and preparation. | |
| 9:00-11:00 | High concentration at the start of work, easy to coordinate schedules. | |
| 11:00-13:00 | Morning work calms down, and before lunch there is relatively more time. | |
| 13:00-15:00 | Concentration tends to decrease immediately after lunch, making it less suitable for meetings. | |
| 15:00-17:00 | Productivity is likely to increase during this time as people are getting used to afternoon work. | |
| 17:00-19:00 | This is the time when work is ending, and participation rates are low due to personal matters and travel. | |
| 19:00-21:00 | This is family time, and business is difficult to handle. | |
| 21:00-23:00 | This is private time and time to prepare for bed, so it is not suitable for meetings. |
The most recommended time is "9:00-11:00"
When setting up a meeting in Iraq, the most recommended time is "9:00-11:00". This is the time when work starts in earnest at many companies and government offices, and employees' concentration and ability to respond are at their highest. In Iraq, the daytime temperature is particularly high, so there is a culture of moving important work forward in the cool morning. Therefore, meetings held early in the morning are characterized by less psychological and physical burden on participants and easier constructive discussion.
Furthermore, since it is a time before business gets into full swing, it is easy to adjust the schedule and it is less likely to be late for the start of the meeting. In the morning, there are fewer external interruptions such as phone calls and visitors, and it is easy to create a quiet environment where it is easy to concentrate on the meeting. This time is also ideal for launching important projects, making decisions, and discussing the overall direction. Since participants are more likely to express their opinions actively and consensus building is also smooth, we strongly recommend setting up meetings between 9:00 and 11:00 in order to maximize business results.