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Prime Minister: The government's responsibility is to serve all Iraqis, regardless of their sects and diversity, 30 NOV
Baghdad - INA
Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani stressed, today, Friday, that the government's responsibility is to serve all Iraqis with all their spectrums and diversity.
The Prime Minister's Media Office stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that "Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani received in the capital, Madrid, a group of members of the Iraqi community in Spain."
Al-Sudani stressed in his speech to the community members that "the visit included a high-level delegation and Iraq and Spain have put the basic steps together to move towards a comprehensive strategic partnership in various fields, and the foreign ministries of the two countries have been directed to jointly prepare for this relationship." Al-
Sudani explained that "Iraq has moved based on the strategic partnership agreement with the European Union, and the partnership with France, Germany, and Italy," indicating that "Spain has priority, based on the close political positions and the noble position on the Palestinian issue, the distinguished historical relationship, and its role in the international coalition against ISIS."
He pointed out that "the solid Spanish companies known for their experience are invited to contribute to the general development witnessed by Iraq, the reconstruction movement, and the construction of infrastructure, and the relationship has developed since the visit of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez to Iraq last year."
The Prime Minister stressed that "the government has worked to build trust and work to provide services, and that its responsibility is to serve all Iraqis with all their spectrums and diversity, and according to the numbers," explaining that "all sectors have witnessed important achievements that have put the country on the right path, and in every region of the country there is a service or development project."
Regarding financial, economic and banking reform, Al-Sudani explained that "the government has begun to develop the private sector and reform the banking system according to international compliance standards, and electronic sales numbers have increased, as part of a package of reforms in the field of tax and customs laws and company registration to facilitate the work of the local and foreign private sector, indicating that comprehensive reforms were a reason for attracting foreign investments that were initiated, and exceeded 62 billion dollars in two years, in the oil and gas, housing, industry, agriculture and hotels sectors, and indicators of international organizations and institutions indicate an increase in the growth rate during this period."
"Innovative" Methods For Smuggling Dollars In Iraq... And The Perpetrators Are "Safe, 30 NOV
"Innovative" Methods For Smuggling Dollars In Iraq... And The Perpetrators Are "Safe
2024-11-29 | 1,717 views SumerianNews – Local The major embezzlement case that took place inDiyalaWhich was known as the theft of the century, kept secret withoutAdvertisementAbout the results of the investigations into it.
The case included the seizure of billions of dinars of compensation funds allocated to victims of terrorism.
Reports indicate that the stolen amount amounts to 9 billion dinars, amid accusations against employees in the governorate’s office.
An informed source said, "The funds were gradually withdrawn over several months, using forged checks."
He added that "the ongoing investigations revealed the involvement of no less than five employees, including accounting officers, two of whom were arrested and large sums of money were seized, while the search for the rest is still ongoing," explaining that "the investigations included cooperation from Integrity And the security authorities to track down those involved and prevent them from traveling.
However, the representative of the province Diyala Ahmed Al-Moussawi recently revealed that the value of the “theft of the century” has increased in The province To 40 billion dinars.
Al-Moussawi said: “We are waiting for the competent authorities to investigate and reveal the theft of approximately forty billion dinars, according to the information that reached us,” explaining that “the judiciary and the Integrity in Diyala We are facing a major test to clarify the details of this theft and those involved in it.
He called for "following up on the issue and supervising the investigation directly, returning these funds as soon as possible, holding the thieves accountable and imposing the most severe penalties on them."
Last April, media outlets reported that nearly 9 billion dinars had disappeared from the Diyala Governorate office, similar to the “theft of the century.”
She explained that "the amount that disappeared is compensation amounts and is estimated at 8-9 billion dinars, and those involved in stealing it are 3 employees who fled to an unknown location," noting that "the theft was carried out through checks that were gradually cashed over the past months." LINK
NADER FROM MID EAST CC HIGHLIGHTS NOTES, 30 NOV
NADER FROM MID EAST CC HIGHLIGHTS NOTES
Summary
The Iraqi government’s decision to deduct 1% from state employees’ salaries for donations to Gaza and Lebanon has sparked discontent, with calls for salary increases instead.
Highlights
- 🏛️ Unconstitutional Decision: Many view the salary deduction as unconstitutional and against employee interests.
- 💸 Economic Strain: Employees are already struggling with high living costs; deductions worsen their financial situation.
- 📉 Mandatory Confusion: Although voluntary, the process to opt-out is complex, pressuring employees to comply.
- 🏠 Housing Concerns: Lower-income employees, especially those renting, feel the impact of salary cuts acutely.
- 🌍 Misplaced Priorities: Critics argue government aid should focus on local issues rather than foreign donations.
- 🤝 Human Solidarity: The decision highlights humanitarian support but may benefit specific groups over general public welfare.
- 📊 Economic Challenges: Iraq’s heavy reliance on oil revenues complicates financial stability amid salary deductions.
Key Insights
- ⚖️ Legal Implications: The decision raises constitutional questions about employee rights and voluntary contributions, potentially setting a concerning precedent.
- 💔 Social Discontent: The move has led to public outcry, showcasing the widening gap between government actions and citizen needs, fostering distrust.
- 🔄 Call for Reassessment: Employees urge the government to reconsider priorities, focusing on salary adjustments rather than deductions during economic hardships.
- 🏚️ Welfare Over Aid: Many citizens believe that local welfare initiatives would yield greater benefit than international donations, especially given current living conditions.
- 📉 Economic Pressures: Deductions could exacerbate financial strain, reflecting the need for improved economic management and diversification beyond oil.
- 🕊️ Humanitarian Concerns: While supporting humanitarian causes is noble, the government must balance this with the immediate needs of its citizens.
- ⚙️ Investment Needs: The focus should shift toward investments that boost local productivity and job creation rather than financial aid to foreign entities.
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