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Galina Express to Participate in WorldEF Istanbul 2025
Galina Express is proud to participate as a 5-star level partner at WORLDEF Istanbul 2025, one of the world’s leading events in global e-commerce and digital trade. Held from May 15–17, the event will convene international leaders in logistics, technology, and cross-border commerce.
Dr. Hallow Talabani, Chairman of DSH Holding and Founder of Galina Express, will be featured as a speaker. A recognized leader in Iraq’s logistics, e-commerce, and fintech sectors, Dr. Talabani will share expert insights on digital trade and strategies for cross-border market integration.
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MI9 Hall has become a premier destination for high-profile events, concerts, and corporate functions, offering world-class facilities and exceptional event management. Adjacent to it, Mariana Hotel provides a refined four-star experience with 85 upscale rooms and suites, a wellness spa, business amenities, and panoramic city views.
About Us
DSH Holding is a diversified group of companies with nearly two decades of experience across a broad range of sectors. Established in 2003, the company has expanded its footprint from its origins in London to a strong presence in Baghdad, Iraq, as well as operations in markets like Erbil, Istanbul, and Dubai. DSH Holding today encompasses several major enterprises and subsidiaries, providing an array of services in trade, hospitality, construction, post, logistics, and investment. Guided by principles of quality, integrity, innovation, and perseverance, the group strives to deliver excellence in every venture.
Major Subsidiaries
DSH Holding’s operations are organized under several key subsidiaries and holding companies, each specializing in particular industries or markets. The major enterprises under the DSH umbrella include:
About the Chairman
Dr. Hallow Talabani is a visionary Iraqi entrepreneur and business leader with over 25 years of experience in international trade, logistics, construction, and strategic investments.
As the Chairman and Founder of DSH Holding, he has built a diversified group of companies operating across key sectors including e-commerce, hospitality, defense, infrastructure, and postal services.
A firm believer in innovation, nation-building, and public-private partnerships, Dr. Talabani has been instrumental in pioneering transformative projects such as Eagle Post, the Kurdistan Region's official postal network, and Galina Express, Iraq’s first full-service cross-border e-commerce and logistics platform.
His leadership has expanded DSH Holding’s presence across Iraq, Turkey, the UK, and the UAE, with a focus on empowering local economies, enabling digital transformation, and connecting international markets with the Middle East. Dr. Talabani continues to advocate for sustainable growth, private sector development, and economic integration in Iraq and the wider region.
