Baghdad: Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’a al-Sudani has approved the launch of electronic signatures for state institutions, the private sector, and citizens. This initiative is part of the implementation of the Electronic Signature and Electronic Transactions Law No. (78) of 2012, with its instructions set to be issued in 2025. Al-Sudani, along with the Minister of Communications, conducted the first two official electronic signature operations.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Al-Sudani emphasized that this development is a crucial step in fulfilling the government’s commitment to digital transformation, as outlined in its program. The introduction of electronic signatures is expected to significantly enhance service provision to citizens while reducing administrative and financial corruption, as well as the bureaucratic delays associated with paper transactions.

The Prime Minister highlighted that this globally recognized measure will bolster citizens’ confidence in the state’s procedures and institutions. He noted that it will encompass all transactions within both state and private sectors. Al-Sudani also lauded the Ministry of Communications for establishing the necessary data centers and training specialized personnel to support this initiative.

Al-Sudani further indicated that the government is pursuing multiple avenues in digital transformation, including establishing administrative structures, attracting talent, and adopting electronic means for citizen transactions across various ministries. This approach aims to complete citizen transactions using the latest methods, aligning with the government’s goals for administrative reform.