Baghdad: The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Adnan Faihan al-Dulaimi, has made a strong statement affirming that Parliament is fully committed to anti-corruption measures, ensuring that no corrupt individual is immune from prosecution.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, a statement from the First Deputy Speaker’s media office detailed a meeting held on Wednesday evening between Adnan Faihan al-Dulaimi and the Head of the Federal Integrity Commission, Mohammed Ali al-Lami. The meeting, attended by several members of Parliament, focused on enhancing coordination and joint efforts in the fight against corruption, establishing integrity principles, and safeguarding public funds.

Faihan emphasized that Parliament has opened the door wide to anti-corruption initiatives, ensuring that legal and constitutional frameworks are upheld. He reiterated the legislative authority’s commitment to supporting relevant bodies in their endeavours to protect public funds, eliminate corruption sources, and hold accountable those involved in corrupt activities.

Moreover, the First Deputy Speaker encouraged utilizing parliamentary, political, and popular support to continue the battle against corruption. This, he believes, will contribute to strengthening public trust in state institutions and reinforcing the principles of the rule of law and accountability.