Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi has reiterated the government’s commitment to combating corruption and strengthening the principles of integrity and transparency.
According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Prime Minister’s Media Office released a statement highlighting Al-Zaidi’s meeting with the head of the National Approach Bloc, MP Hassan Wariush Al-Asadi, along with other bloc members and former MP Ammar Ta’ma Al-Humaidawi. This meeting was part of ongoing discussions with political forces and blocs to enhance communication and dialogue on the current state of affairs in the country.
During the meeting, emphasis was placed on supporting government efforts to consolidate state power, enhance Iraq’s regional and international presence, and foster a strong state founded on the rule of law. Discussions also covered the importance of national partnership and role integration between executive and legislative authorities and political forces.
The meeting addressed service and economic issues, focusing on the electricity sector’s challenges, including boosting production and improving distribution, and ensuring equitable distribution among governorates. Additionally, the importance of reviving marshlands, addressing stalled projects, and completing them on schedule was noted.
The conversation also highlighted the necessity of paying contractors for completed project work to sustain project progress and foster confidence in government contracting. The role of parliamentary blocs in supporting the legislative process and expediting urgent laws to bolster anti-corruption efforts was discussed, alongside the need for effective oversight by the House of Representatives to safeguard public funds and ensure procedural integrity.
Prime Minister Al-Zaidi reaffirmed the government’s priorities of combating corruption, promoting integrity, and creating an environment conducive to sustainable development. He stressed the importance of building a robust state with effective institutions, improving services, and achieving comprehensive development as key elements of the government’s agenda.
Source National Iraqi News Agency