Baghdad: National Security Adviser Qasim al-Araji affirmed that the Iraqi government is making strenuous efforts to develop state institutions and invest in the energies of youth to advance the economic situation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, al-Araji received Qusay Mahbouba, head of the Amarji Liberal Party, today, Tuesday.

The statement added that during the meeting, a number of visions and ideas were reviewed to improve the performance of state institutions in all fields. Discussions also covered means of strengthening and fortifying societal cohesion, as well as supporting political stability in the country, as a moral and national responsibility.

The statement indicated that ways to invest in Iraqi competencies and expertise, as well as graduates, in state institutions were also discussed. Mahbouba praised the role of the government, headed by Mohammed Shia al-Sudani, in overcoming all obstacles and crises and improving the country’s situation in all areas.