Baghdad: The government of Iraq, led by Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi, is set to submit the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF) Law for approval, integrating it as part of the nation’s armed forces. This move marks a significant step in formalizing the status of the PMF within Iraq’s military framework.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Prime Minister Al-Zaidi made the announcement during a meeting with the head of the Badr parliamentary bloc, Humam Ali Mahdi Al-Tamimi, and other bloc members. The discussion covered the country’s political, economic, and security landscapes, alongside the government’s ongoing reform and development initiatives. Prime Minister Al-Zaidi underscored the legislative authority’s crucial role in fighting corruption and prosecuting those involved, highlighting the government’s commitment to establishing a state underpinned by a strong economy.

Al-Zaidi emphasized the need for innovative solutions to existing challenges, insisting that postponement is not an option. He reiterated the government’s commitment to the PMF, noting that the forces have been central to Iraq’s recent reconstruction efforts following operations to defend its sovereignty. The proposed law seeks to solidify the PMF’s role within the armed forces.

The parliamentary members expressed their full support for the government’s reform measures, particularly in areas concerning corruption eradication and weapons regulation in accordance with constitutional provisions.