Baghdad: The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Adnan Faihan, chaired an expanded meeting on Monday to address the budget priorities and legislative needs of the provinces. The meeting included governors and government representatives, aiming to align the financial and legislative frameworks with the needs of the governorates.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the focus of the discussion was on ensuring that the budget allocations are in sync with the immediate and long-term needs of the provinces. The meeting also aimed to identify and address any legislative gaps that could impede the effective allocation and utilization of resources within the governorates. The presence of both governors and government representatives underscored the importance of collaborative efforts in shaping legislative and budgetary decisions that impact regional development.