Iraqi President Nizar Amidi stressed the need to continue efforts to combat corruption during a meeting with Asaib Ahl al-Haq Secretary-General Qais al-Khazali in Baghdad on Sunday.<\/p>\n
The call comes as Iraq\u2019s anti-corruption campaign gains increasing political and public support.<\/p>\n
According to a statement from the Presidency\u2019s media office, the meeting reviewed key national developments and highlighted the importance of addressing challenges through cooperation and responsibility.<\/p>\n
President Amidi stressed the need to:<\/p>\n
– Support oversight and judicial institutions<\/p>\n
– Strengthen legal measures to protect public funds<\/p>\n
– Promote transparency and integrity<\/p>\n
– Enhance the effectiveness of state institutions<\/p>\n
The discussions also covered regional and international developments, with emphasis on dialogue and de-escalation to maintain stability.<\/p>\n
In a separate statement, Abdul Hussein Al-Mousawi, head of the National Approach Alliance, expressed strong support for the government\u2019s \u201cAl-Fajr\u201d anti-corruption campaign.<\/p>\n
He described the campaign as a responsible step toward restoring state authority and protecting public funds, noting that corruption has become a serious threat to Iraq\u2019s institutions and economic stability.<\/p>\n
Al-Mousawi called for continued investigations and recovery of stolen assets, emphasizing the need for both political and public support.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Babil bloc leader Aswan Al-Kaldani reaffirmed support for government and judicial actions targeting corruption.<\/p>\n
In a statement, he praised the efforts of:<\/p>\n
– The judiciary<\/p>\n
– The Integrity Commission<\/p>\n
– Security agencies<\/p>\n
He emphasized that fighting corruption is a \u201cnational responsibility\u201d and that holding accountable those involved\u2014regardless of their position\u2014is essential for building a just and transparent state.<\/p>\n
The statements reflect growing consensus among political actors on the importance of:<\/p>\n
– Enforcing accountability<\/p>\n
– Recovering public funds<\/p>\n
– Strengthening the rule of law<\/p>\n
– Rebuilding public trust in institutions<\/p>\n
Observers say such alignment could play a key role in sustaining momentum for reform efforts.<\/p>\n
– Iraqi president calls for continued anti-corruption efforts<\/p>\n
– Meeting with Qais al-Khazali focuses on national challenges<\/p>\n
– Strong political backing for \u201cAl-Fajr\u201d campaign<\/p>\n
– Parliament supports government and judicial measures<\/p>\n
– Emphasis on protecting public funds and restoring trust<\/p>\n
The Iraqi leadership\u2019s renewed focus on combating corruption, combined with strong political support, signals a sustained push toward accountability and reform. As investigations continue, the campaign is expected to expand, with broader implications for governance and public confidence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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