Baghdad:Ammar al-Hakim, leader of the National State Forces Alliance, stated that the government has adjusted the exchange rate to counteract speculative activities. He also emphasized the critical need to address the issue of weapons outside state control.

According to Iraqi News Agency, al-Hakim met with Iraqi tribal sheikhs and notables at the Baghdad Diwan, expressing his pleasure at this gathering of prominent figures. He congratulated them on National Sovereignty Day, which coincided with the conclusion of the International Coalition’s mission, achieved through coordination with the Iraqi government. Al-Hakim described this as a testament to Iraq’s improving situation and recovery.

He praised the government’s role in negotiating with Coalition nations, highlighting the importance of mutual consent and understanding. Al-Hakim pointed out that Iraq faces security challenges following the Coalition’s mission end, which previously helped monitor ISIS movements using advanced technology. He urged the establishment of a dedicated security agency to continue monitoring ISIS.

Al-Hakim called for preventing a return to past conditions or allowing terrorism to regroup. He stressed the importance of reassurance among Iraq’s components, establishing social justice, strengthening national partnerships, and maintaining constructive dialogue.