Al-Mashhadani confirms to a US delegation the possibility of developing and amending the Iraqi constitution.
Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani affirmed on Sunday the possibility of developing and amending the Iraqi constitution.
The House of Representatives stated in a statement received by ( IQ ), "The Speaker of the House of Representatives received, today in Baghdad, a high-level delegation from the US Congress and members of the US Embassy. During the meeting, bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States were discussed within the framework of the Strategic Framework Agreement, and ways to enhance joint cooperation in the political, economic and security fields ."
He added, " The visiting delegation included Representative Adam Smith, the ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee for the Democratic Party, Representative Sarah Jacobs, Representative Michael Baumgartner, Representative George Whitesides, and Representative Wesley Bell, in addition to the US Chargé d'Affaires Daniel Rubinstein, and a number of advisors and professional staff members of the Armed Services Committee ."
During the meeting, the Speaker of Parliament emphasized "the importance of the Strategic Framework Agreement as the cornerstone of Iraqi-American relations," stressing "the need to activate its provisions to ensure mutual interests between the two countries, particularly in the areas of developing the national economy and investing in non-oil sectors such as agriculture and industry . "
He pointed out, "The importance of the Iraqi Constitution as a foundation for the democratic system in the country, with the possibility of developing and amending it in accordance with Article (142) and in a manner consistent with the aspirations of the Iraqi people ."
He stressed the "need to develop the education and agriculture sectors, and to support political and security stability in Iraq and the region," expressing "Iraq's firm position in supporting efforts to achieve a ceasefire in Gaza, and the need to end wars and conflicts in the region in a way that contributes to consolidating peace and achieving prosperity ."
For its part, the US delegation affirmed the United States' commitment to supporting Iraq in various fields and strengthening the existing strategic partnership between the two countries, reiterating the US Congress's keenness to communicate effectively with Iraqi leaders to continue joint work for a better future for both countries. link