Baghdad:The Minister of Planning, Dr. Engineer Qutaiba Ghazi Majeed, engaged in discussions with the Governor of Karbala, Engineer Nassif Jassim Al-Khattabi, focusing on the service and development situation within the governorate. The meeting, held on Sunday, centered around strategies to support ongoing projects and expedite their implementation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Minister emphasized the Ministry of Planning’s dedication to aiding the local government in executing projects and overcoming existing challenges. He highlighted the necessity of bolstering coordination between federal and local governments to ensure financial allocations align with priorities and actual needs, ultimately aiming to enhance service levels and achieve development objectives in the governorate.

During the meeting, Governor Al-Khattabi congratulated the Minister on his new role, expressing hopes for his success. He outlined the governorate’s key needs and development priorities, underscoring the importance of considering Karbala’s religious and touristic attributes when planning projects and allocating necessary finances.

The session was also attended by the province’s parliamentary representative, Engineer Rabie Al-Moussawi.