Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has emphasized the need for enhanced regional cooperation to tackle shared challenges, as reported by Iraqi newspapers on Tuesday. The papers also highlighted the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate’s praise for the Supreme Judicial Council President’s appeal to parliament for constitutional amendments.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, al-Zaidi stressed that the region’s major challenges require collective efforts and enhanced joint action to address economic and development crises and promote stability. In a meeting with Robert Malley, honorary president of the International Crisis Group, and a delegation in Baghdad, al-Zaidi discussed the global economic impact of regional challenges and urged the group to leverage its expertise to help address ongoing crises.

The discussion focused on creating dialogue opportunities to identify common ground, with Iraq playing a significant role. Malley expressed the International Crisis Group’s commitment to supporting Iraq’s efforts to resolve regional crises and strengthen stability.

Separately, the Iraqi Journalists Syndicate expressed appreciation for Judge Dr. Faiq Zaidan’s call to review and amend the Constitution. The syndicate highlighted this as a legal responsibility and a historic opportunity to strengthen Iraq’s democratic system. Zaidan’s call at this critical time in Iraq’s history is seen as drawing on his extensive experience and commitment to justice.

The statement from the syndicate stressed that Zaidan’s proposals aim to advance Iraq’s democratic experience, strengthen state authority, and safeguard societal rights and individual freedoms. The journalistic community pledged to support these efforts through media promotion to serve Iraq’s interests and stability.