Baghdad:Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament Farhad Amin Atrushi engaged in discussions with World Health Organization (WHO) Representative in Iraq, Jamila Al-Raabi, to explore ways to strengthen the partnership between Iraq’s legislative body and the United Nations organization to boost health cooperation in the country.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting focused on developing the collaboration to enhance health awareness, control the spread of communicable diseases, and update prevention and public safety mechanisms. The discussion also emphasized the significant role of WHO in providing technical and advisory support to Iraqi health institutions.

Deputy Speaker Atrushi highlighted the commitment of the Council of Representatives to enact legislation and policies aimed at improving the health sector in Iraq. He acknowledged the critical assistance provided by WHO in this endeavor.

Al-Raabi expressed appreciation for the effective cooperation with the legislative institution, the Ministry of Health, and other government entities in Iraq. She reaffirmed WHO’s dedication to continue offering support and expertise to fortify Iraq’s health system and ensure the success of national awareness campaigns.