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Iraq’s Central Bank prints trillions of dinars to cover state expenditures Iraq Amr Salem June 7, 2026 823 3 min The Central Bank of Iraq. Photo: AFP Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Central Bank of Iraq (CBI) issued around 25 trillion dinars to pay governmental expenditures, bringing the total money supply to 125 trillion dinars. According to media reports, the step took place to counter falling oil income caused by regional interruptions in petroleum shipments. Iraq’s crude oil exports fell by 3.22 million barrels per day in May 2026, a loss of more than 97 percent, owing to continuous disruptions in marine traffic in the Strait of Hormuz caused by the war against Iran. The revenues generated from oil exports plummeted to $1.87 billion in April, a drop of roughly $5 billion from pre-war levels. Given Baghdad’s near-total reliance on oil revenues to cover public spending, this dramatic cash outflow threatens to exacerbate the country’s structural fiscal imbalance. The issuance of more banknotes has caused tremendous economic strain, fueling inflation and diminishing the purchase value of the local currency. Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein has cautioned that the step represents a short-term solution and that extended disruptions in oil shipments might jeopardize public-sector payrolls. The government issued the 25 trillion dinars to avoid a short-term liquidity crisis, as Iraq’s economy is heavily reliant on oil exports. The expansion of the money supply at a far quicker rate than economic development feeds inflation and distorts the national currency’s true value. The CBI sought to stabilize the currency by setting an official exchange rate of 1,300 Iraqi dinars per US dollar for the government budget, but parallel market values remain much higher. https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraqs-central-bank-prints-trillions-of-dinars-to-cover-state-expenditures/

Zaidi’s government adapt long-term plan to revive Iraqi dinar Iraq Jawad Al-Samarraie June 6, 2026 1458 3 min The new headquarters of the Central bank of Iraq (CBI). Photo: Zaha Hadid Architects Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mudher Mohammad Saleh, announced on Saturday, June 6, 2026, that the government of Ali Falih al-Zaidi has adopted a comprehensive package of long-term reformative measures designed to shield the purchasing power of the Iraqi dinar and curb inflation. Saleh explicitly ruled out any possibility of raising the national currency’s value through abrupt, short-term administrative decrees, stating that sustainable monetary strength relies on deep structural overhauls rather than quick political fixes. According to Saleh, the current government strategy has successfully stabilized market prices for consumer goods by channeling import financing through official banking systems, backed heavily by the state’s foreign currency reserves. This monetary control has been further reinforced by the physical expansion of modern, state-backed cooperative grocery networks and advanced marketing frameworks. These parallel commercial steps have significantly diminished the influence of the informal shadow exchange market on the domestic pricing system, helping cap inflationary pressures. However, the financial advisor issued a stark warning regarding active macroeconomic variables putting downward pressure on the dinar. Chief among these threats are rigid geopolitical constraints imposed on global energy markets, escalating regional conflicts, and the resulting volatility in foreign currency inflows and overall economic confidence. Saleh noted that an over-reliance on volatile crude oil revenues, unchecked monetary expansion, and any future drops in official reserves pose direct risks to the country’s fiscal health. To permanently secure the currency, Saleh emphasized that the government is actively working on a long-term economic transition plan. This framework focuses on aggressively building up foreign exchange reserves, diversifying national income streams away from oil dependence, and stabilizing the country’s balance of payments. Furthermore, the administration’s roadmap relies heavily on accelerating commercial banking sector reforms, rapidly expanding digital and electronic payment tools, and widening national financial inclusion to systematically dismantle the parallel market’s leverage over the national economy. https://www.iraqinews.com/iraq/iraq-dinar-purchasing-power-monetary-policy-reforms-2026/

Reports Exchange rate and diversification of income sources: The government faces complex economic and financial challenges. Today 13:38 The ongoing crisis in the region has directly impacted Iraq's economy, through the decline in oil exports , on which the government directly relies to replenish the state treasury and allocate funds for operational expenses. This places the al-Zaidi government before difficult choices, requiring it to diversify income sources and revitalize the country's economy without resorting to fateful decisions that could inflame public opinion, especially as the government formation process begins and the political establishment awaits the finalization of the cabinet and the vote on it in the coming days. Imran Karkoush, a member of the State of Law Coalition, told Al-Maalomah, "The government does not want to risk any decisions that could ignite Iraqi public opinion and thus directly affect the street, especially with the arrival of summer and the significant problems that often accompany this season, namely energy, fuel, and other services." He added, "It is unlikely that al-Zidi, at the beginning of his term as Prime Minister, will take any decisions to raise the dollar exchange rate in the local markets during his first 100 days in office, as such a decision would create a major problem, especially for the country's economy." He explained that "the issue of the dollar exchange rate has not been studied by al-Zidi's government, nor has it been discussed by the current government, and the Prime Minister has not raised any such issue concerning the value of the dinar against the dollar." For his part, political analyst Raji Nassir told Al-Maalomah that "the delay in approving the budget does not only affect administrative aspects, but also directly impacts the progress of investment projects and development spending in various sectors. Continuing to spend according to the Financial Management Law provides a temporary solution for operational expenses, but it does not compensate for the need for a comprehensive budget that defines the state's economic priorities." He continued, "Iraq faces accumulated financial challenges related to high operational expenses and continued reliance on oil as the primary source of revenue, which makes it more vulnerable to any shocks or declines in crude oil prices, especially since the budget delay weakens the government's ability to launch new projects or implement economic programs that contribute to stimulating the local market." He pointed out that "the current stage requires expediting the resolution of the budget issue and establishing a clear financial vision that ensures addressing the potential deficit and diversifying income sources away from oil revenues." In a related context, MP Bassem al-Gharabi confirmed to Al-Maalomah that "the current regional and international tensions foreshadow economic repercussions that could directly affect Iraq, especially given the general budget's heavy reliance on oil revenues." He added that "successive governments have failed to diversify national income sources and build productive sectors capable of supporting the economy and reducing dependence on oil, which has made the Iraqi economy vulnerable to global changes." He noted that "the government may be forced to resort to domestic borrowing to confront potential financial pressures, at a time when external borrowing options have become more complicated due to international tensions and the disruption of energy markets and supply chains. Therefore, the current stage requires expediting the implementation of genuine economic reforms and diversifying revenue sources to avoid any financial crisis that could affect the country's economic stability." End 25Nhttps://almaalomah.me/news/134915/report/سعر-الصرف-وتنويع-مصادر-الدخل-الحكومة-امام-تحديات-اقتصادية-وم

policy Today, 12:54 | 381 Al-Hakim calls for understanding the nature of the economic reality and the challenges facing Iraq. Baghdad Today - Baghdad: The head of the National Wisdom Movement, Ammar al-Hakim, called on Sunday (June 7, 2026) for the need to understand the nature of the economic reality and the challenges that Iraq is going through, stressing the importance of dealing with these challenges with a spirit of responsibility and cooperation among the various political forces. The office of Al-Hakim stated in a statement received by "Baghdad Today" that "the head of the National State Forces Alliance, Ammar Al-Hakim, met in his office in Baghdad this morning with a delegation from the National Line Movement headed by Aziz Al-Rubaie." He added that "during the meeting, views were exchanged on the developments of the political scene in Iraq and the region and the upcoming entitlements, where he stressed the importance of completing the government cabinet and supporting the government in its reform and development path, calling for an understanding of the nature of the economic reality and the challenges facing Iraq at the present stage." He pointed out that "the two sides discussed the National Line Movement's initiative to amend the election law, as Al-Hakim stressed the need for the law to reflect the will of the Iraqi people and its various components, and to achieve a balance between the number of votes and seats in a way that enhances representative justice." According to the statement, Al-Hakim called for "taking advantage of the current stage to move towards real economic solutions that contribute to diversifying the national economy and ending the rentier state," explaining that "the solution lies in stimulating the various productive sectors and supporting them in a way that achieves sustainable development and provides job opportunities for citizens." https://baghdadtoday.news/300842-.html

economy Today, 00:14 | 772 Economic expert: The priority is not the strength of the dinar, but securing financial liquidity. Baghdad Today - Baghdad On Saturday (June 6, 2026), economist Ziad Al-Hashemi commented on the statements of the Prime Minister’s advisors regarding the government’s measures to stabilize the value of the Iraqi dinar and maintain its purchasing power, considering that the current timing is not appropriate for this economic discourse. Al-Hashemi said in a post on social media, which was followed by “Baghdad Today”, that “the Iraqi Prime Minister’s office is talking about the government’s work to stabilize (the value of the Iraqi dinar) and maintain its purchasing power,” indicating that “in general this approach is good and required in principle, but now is not the time to talk about the value of the dinar or its purchasing power.” He added that "the critical problem now is not the value or strength of the dinar, but rather the availability of the dinar. The government is clearly suffering from a lack of sufficient dinars to sustain its work and pay salaries on time, as a result of the decline in oil revenues to their lowest level." He pointed out that "the government was required to speak transparently and to tell the people the extent of the problem, what its emergency plan is to deal with the shortage of dinar liquidity in its treasury, and what its procedures are to provide the liquidity required to feed public finances during this month and the coming months." The economist explained: “As for talking about the value of the dinar, its purchasing power, and the inflation rate, this can be postponed to the future and after overcoming the current suffocating financial crisis that complicates the work of the Iraqi government and prevents it from performing its financial duties as it should,” stressing that “such statements about the value of the dinar are appropriate for normal conditions and not in an exceptional emergency situation in which the government is suffering from a shortage of dinars.” https://baghdadtoday.news/300815-.html

Government advisor: Exchange rate stability has boosted citizens' purchasing power Time: 2026/06/06 11:36:38 Readings: 105 times {Economic: Al-Furat News} The financial advisor to the Prime Minister, Mazhar Muhammad Saleh, confirmed on Saturday that the government, headed by Ali Falih al-Zaidi, has taken measures to preserve the purchasing power of the dinar and curb inflation. Saleh said in a press statement followed by Al-Furat News: “The policy of stabilizing the official exchange rate is based on a fundamental goal, which is to protect the external value of the national currency and maintain the stability of the general price level,” noting that “the stability of the exchange rate has contributed to strengthening confidence in the Iraqi dinar and supporting the purchasing power of citizens.” Saleh added that “the relationship between the stability of the exchange rate and the stability of prices of goods and services in the local market has remained close, given the limited impact of the parallel market on the pricing system and the effectiveness of monetary policy,” explaining that “financing imports through the official banking system and relying on the state’s foreign reserves has contributed to providing imported goods at stable and controlled prices.” He added that “government policies to maintain stable prices for goods and public services, along with the expansion of modern commercial distribution patterns, particularly cooperative stores and advanced marketing formulas, have strengthened competition and contributed to reducing inflationary pressures and supporting price stability.” Saleh explained that "among the most prominent factors that put pressure on the value of the national currency are the decline in official reserves, uncontrolled monetary expansion, and excessive reliance on oil revenues, which are currently subject to geopolitical restrictions imposed on the freedom of energy markets, as well as political and regional tensions and their effects on foreign exchange flows and economic confidence." He stressed that “raising the value of the Iraqi dinar is not achieved through quick administrative decisions, but rather through a long-term reform process based on the stability of monetary and financial policies, diversification of national income sources, and strengthening confidence in the local currency,” noting that “the stability of the dinar remains a direct reflection of the stability of the macroeconomy and its ability to cope with local and international changes, which is what the government is working on through a package of measures to strengthen the value of the Iraqi dinar, including working to strengthen foreign reserves, diversifying the national economy and reducing dependence on oil, achieving stability in the balance of payments, as well as controlling the parallel market, reforming the banking system, expanding the use of electronic payment tools and promoting financial inclusion.” https://alforatnews.iq/news/مستشار-حكومي-استقرار-سعر-الصرف-عزز-القوة-الشرائية-للمواطنين

The parliamentary finance committee rules out the approval of the 2026 budget and provides reassurance regarding salaries. Time: 2026/06/07 09:14:38 Readings: 135 times {Economic: Al-Furat News} The Finance Committee in the House of Representatives ruled out approving the federal general budget for the year (2026). Committee member Ribwar Karim revealed in a press statement that the current year's budget is unlikely to be approved, and that parliamentary and governmental efforts will now focus on studying and preparing the 2027 budget. Karim reassured the public that "salary payments will not be affected at all by this decision." He explained that the government has broad financial options and capabilities to address any emergency deficit, whether through activating internal and external borrowing tools, or through coordination with the Central Bank of Iraq. https://alforatnews.iq/news/المالية-النيابية-تستبعد-إقرار-موازنة-2026-وتطمئن-بشأن-الرواتب

The economic challenges facing the new government from the perspective of economic fragility (an analytical study) Articles Economy News — Baghdad Samir Al-Nassiri Overcoming economic and financial challenges and transitioning to sustainable reform is a priority in the new government's ministerial program. A roadmap for reform and recovery has been drawn up according to the points in the third axis of the program, which forms the cornerstone for building effective economic stability and sustainable development, in accordance with Iraq's economic vision as outlined in the National Development Plan for the years (2024-2028) and Iraq Vision 2030, and the government's stated plans extending to 2035. Iraq is currently passing through a critical, important, and sensitive phase due to the political, security, and economic conditions resulting from the ongoing war in Iraq's geographical region, the global energy crisis, and the global economic recession. Furthermore, the economic reality, according to official data and preliminary results of the general population census, indicates that Iraq's population has reached 46 million. Unemployment and poverty rates remain high overall, and the debt-to-GDP ratio and budget deficit are rising. This is further confirmed by the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund, and Iraqi experts, as well as the weakening of our credit rating from a stable outlook to a negative one, according to the latest assessment by Moody's. This necessitates significant solutions and efforts to achieve economic stability and national security. To implement the outlined plans, we believe that building the foundations of a comprehensive national security strategy, with a focus on the economic aspect, must result in achieving security, stability, economic development, and financial sustainability. This will contribute to the well-being of society and must be effective and feasible in the current circumstances facing Iraq. The magnitude of the economic challenges, both internal and external, and the continued volatility of global oil prices, require the concerted efforts of all governmental, political, and popular entities, as well as the private sector, to protect Iraq, maintain fiscal discipline, and sustainably build a strong, diversified, and sustainable economy based on realistic data. The fundamental economic principles of the national security strategy, within the economic axis, should be as follows: 1- Building a sound, diversified national economy. 2- Ensuring the private sector plays a pivotal role in leading the market. 3- Providing food, medicine, and environmental security for citizens. This requires identifying the economic challenges inherited by the new government from previous administrations and transitioning from fragility to recovery and achieving economic stability, which is the foundation for security and social stability in Iraq. The macroeconomy faces the following economic challenges: First - A mono-economy, relying on the general budget for 90% of its revenues, a deficit in non-oil revenue, and weak activation of productive economic sectors such as agriculture and industry. Second - Deficits in the balance of payments and the trade balance. Third - Chronic deficits in public budgets, problems in financing these deficits, and reliance on domestic and foreign borrowing to cover them. Fourth - Weak and unclear fiscal, trade, agricultural, industrial, and energy policies, and a failure to activate the real economy, diversify national income sources, and achieve financial sustainability. Fifth - Weak foreign and domestic investment and the emigration of Iraqi capital abroad. Sixth – Weak coordination between fiscal and monetary policy, and reliance on borrowing from the central bank and local banks to finance the budget deficit, which puts the national economy at risk. Seventh – Weaknesses in the banking system regarding the products it offers to the public, a lack of public trust, slow digital transformation, non-performing loans, and weak international banking relations due to shortcomings in compliance with international standards. Therefore, we propose the following: First – Radical and comprehensive economic, financial, and banking reform through restructuring the Iraqi economy in terms of the methodology and philosophy that governs it institutionally and legislatively, and continuing and supporting the reform plan undertaken by the Central Bank in cooperation with supporting international companies. Second – Establishing the foundations and pillars of a social market economy and involving the genuine private sector in economic decision-making institutionally and legislatively, in accordance with Articles 25 and 26 of the Constitution. Third – Reviewing the legislative framework of the laws issued in 2004 and still in force that regulate economic management, as well as some other laws issued before 2003. 232 views Added 2026/06/07 - 11:27 AM https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69952

The Finance Committee rules out approving the 2026 budget and confirms: Salary payments will not be affected. Money and Business Economy News – Baghdad The parliamentary finance committee explained that approving the 2026 budget is unlikely given the ongoing work to complete the government program and the cabinet, while stressing that the current priority is securing salaries and addressing the economic challenges facing the government. Finance Committee member, Ribwar Karim, told the official newspaper, as reported by "Economy News," that "this year's budget will most likely not exist, and work will begin on studying the 2027 budget, stressing that securing salaries will not be affected, and that the government has very large capabilities to address the deficit through internal or external borrowing or by using the Central Bank." Karim added that "everyone agrees on supporting the government's efforts in securing salaries and reaching the next budget, indicating that things will be clearer in the next budget with regard to the effects of the Strait of Hormuz and oil prices and expanding revenues, especially after the application of the Customs Tariff Law and the ASYCUDA system, which will provide greater diversity in sources of income." Karim explained that the absence of a budget until the middle of the fiscal year is directly related to the government program, especially since the government is still in the process of completing its formation, and the House of Representatives has granted the Prime Minister the necessary confidence and powers. He stressed that the Finance Committee is ready to support the government in facing the economic challenges, whether the 2026 budget is presented or not, indicating that any move to legislate an alternative law similar to the Food Security Law has not been proposed yet, and the matter is left to the request of the government and the Prime Minister’s vision for the next stage. 127 views Added 2026/06/07 - 9:28 AM https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69946

International Monetary Fund: Iraq among the countries most vulnerable to financial pressures with rising debt in 2026 2026-06-06 05:34 Shafaq News - Baghdad A report issued by the International Monetary Fund showed that Iraq faces increasing financial pressures during 2026, due to the rising cost of government energy subsidies, increasing public debt, and rising borrowing costs in international markets. According to the report, which was reviewed by Shafaq News Agency, Iraq is estimated to be among the countries with high levels of energy subsidies, with the cost of subsidies reaching less than 6% of GDP, making the general budget more vulnerable to fluctuations in oil and gas prices, and increasing pressure on public finances if global energy prices continue to rise. The IMF noted that Iraq is among a group of economies that have seen a significant increase in public debt compared to before the COVID-19 pandemic, as debt levels rose significantly in 2026 compared to 2019, within a regional trend that includes a number of countries with high fiscal deficits. According to the report, this development coincides with rising sovereign borrowing costs in the region, increasing financing pressures on countries with large financial needs, including Iraq, in a global environment characterized by high interest rates and tighter financing conditions. The Fund stressed that the continuation of these pressures poses challenges to fiscal policies in Iraq, especially with regard to the need to control spending, redirect subsidies, and enhance fiscal sustainability within medium-term frameworks, while maintaining the ability to finance basic services in light of the fragile regional economic environment. https://www.shafaq.com/ar/اقتصـاد/النقد-الدولي-العراق-ضمن-الدول-ال-كثر-تعرضا-لضغوط-مالية-مع-ارتفاع-الدين-في-2026

Al-Zaidi travels to Washington with businessmen and promises to inject $10 billion into the private sector. PoliticsWashingtonvisitLandsPrivate sectorAccommodationZaidi 2026-06-06 12:07 Shafaq News - Baghdad Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi announced on Saturday an upcoming official visit to the United States, accompanied by businessmen, to expand mutual and joint investment opportunities, noting at the same time that the development fund is for the private sector and will absorb a contribution from the Central Bank worth $10 billion. This came during Al-Zaydi’s reception of a number of businessmen, members of the board of directors and development of the private sector, members of the Iraqi Economic Council and a number of heads of boards of directors of private banks, in the presence of the Minister of Finance, the head of the Board of Advisors, the director of the office of the Prime Minister, and the head of the Higher Authority for Coordination between Governorates. According to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Media Office received by Shafaq News Agency, Al-Zaydi affirmed that the government relies on cooperation with the private sector to ensure the success of its reform efforts in the economy and development, and that it will adopt an open-door policy regarding the proposals, requests, and problems submitted by businessmen that require intervention and resolution. Al-Zaydi stressed the fight against corruption and extortion, and called on all businessmen or companies not to be drawn into offering any sums of money to facilitate their work and obtain their rights, and that his door is open to any case of obstruction practiced by any element within the body of the state. Al-Zaydi said that the private sector is a partner of the government, and we support its pivotal role in developing the economy. Our criteria for preferring the private sector are: “tax accountability,” “the size of the workforce and their inclusion in social security,” and “the size of the social benefits contributed to.” He added: We have a project for one million residential plots, and we call on the private sector to contribute to its infrastructure. There must be a share for everyone who does not own a property, plot of land, or housing unit. We will cooperate with the private sector in preparing residential lands according to economic models that preserve the rights of the state and the citizen. The Iraqi Prime Minister revealed an upcoming visit to Washington, saying: “We have an official visit coming up to the United States, and we will bring with us a number of businessmen to expand mutual and joint investment opportunities.” Al-Zaydi pointed out that the development fund is for the private sector, and will absorb a contribution from the Central Bank worth $10 billion, and we will open subscription to contributions for all citizens, at the official value of the Iraqi dinar. He explained that the profits of the Development Fund will be exempt from taxes, and will finance the establishment of new factories with new products needed by the Iraqi market. We have prepared monthly payments of approximately (1 trillion dinars) for the purpose of paying the dues of businessmen, companies, and contractors, and the payments will increase with the resolution of the crude oil export crises. He noted that he had issued directives to resolve obstacles related to tax accounting and to remove any conflict in instructions, and everything that hinders progress towards the goal of preserving public funds. He also directed that all laws and decisions that do not facilitate economic development and impede the expansion of partnership with the private sector be studied. For their part, the businessmen offered to expand consultations with the government regarding service and development projects and priorities, diagnose https://www.shafaq.com/ar/سیاسة/الزيدي-لى-واشنطن-مع-رجال-عمال-وضخ-10-مليارات-دولار-للقطاع-الخاصmarket needs, and find solutions to economic challenges in order to help the government achieve its goals.

Financial ‘catastrophe’ awaits Iraq if Iran war continues: FM Jun. 07, 2026 • 2 min read The New Region Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein speaks during a joint press briefing with his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Tehran on January 18, 2026. Photo: AP Iraq's oil exports went down from around 100 million barrels in February to under 10 million in April due to the US-Israel war on Iran. ERBIL, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein on Saturday said that Baghdad has resorted to printing cash 25 percent more than its actual financial capacity amid a drop in revenues due to the Iran war, warning that a financial catastrophe awaits Iraq if the conflict continues until the end of the year. The US-Israel war on Iran and the subsequent restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz have greatly impacted Iraq’s income generation, which heavily relies on oil exports, sparking fears that the country would face a financial crisis and fail to provide monthly salaries to its civil servants. In a televised interview with al-Sharqiya TV, Hussein said that Iraq’s money printing has gone up from 100 trillion to 125 trillion dinars to combat the current financial challenge, but stressed that this is not a viable long-term solution. “We cannot solve our problems through printing, that would lead to inflation,” said the Iraqi foreign minister. “When it comes to paying salaries, we depend on what we have in reserves, but there are no revenues.” Iraq exported nearly 100 million barrels in February before the US-Iran war started, generating $6 billion. That number dropped to 18.6 million barrels and just shy of $2 billion for March, then less than 10 million barrels and barely over $1 billion for April. “If the war continues until the end of the year, it would be a catastrophe for us,” he stated, adding that Baghdad is seeking to increase oil exports in the coming period, but noted that such a measure would only resolve part of the problem and that the real solution lies in strengthening ties with Gulf and Western countries to obtain financial assistance. The regional turmoil has forced Iraq to explore northern routes in a scramble to sell more oil, such as Turkey’s Ceyhan port. It has also compelled Baghdad to explore land routes westward through Syria. During his first meeting as Iraq’s new finance minister, Falih al-Sari stressed the need to increase revenue from the ministry’s non-oil sources amid the decline in the country’s oil exports. The newly appointed minister called for “maximizing public revenues in the bodies and departments affiliated with the ministry.” The drop in Iraqi exports, currently by a full decimal point compared to pre-war times, is particularly detrimental as Baghdad relies heavily on oil for around 90 percent of its annual budget. https://thenewregion.com/posts/5568

policy Yesterday, 12:00 | 808 +A-A Employees with different salaries and similar qualifications An economist says the new peace agreement will cost the state "trillions". Baghdad Today - Special Report : In Baghdad, where the days are all the same in their noise and heavy routine, Ali would get up every morning to cross the gate of his government office as if crossing into another day of postponed duty. He would sign in, review papers, and get immersed in the details of work until the evening, then return burdened with a silent question: Is what he does really measured by what he earns at the end of the month? On the other side of the city, Muhammad was taking almost the same route, but to a different government department, offices similar to Ali's, files piling up in the same way, and daily pressure that was not much different in appearance. Yet, when payday came, an invisible gap was revealed between the two stories, a gap created not so much by the nature of the work as by the entanglements of laws and privileges. Ali and Muhammad did not know each other, but they met every month at the same spot, a vague feeling that justice, despite its presence in speeches, was still searching for its way among the various state circles. This story, which is repeated among thousands of employees in Iraq, has become a constant topic of discussion and controversy in recent years, amid increasing demands to reconsider the salary structure and end the disparities that have arisen due to accumulated laws and exceptions. With the return of talk about a comprehensive reform of the salary scale, the issue stands out as one of the most sensitive challenges facing the government, as it seeks to achieve job fairness without burdening the general budget with potentially large financial burdens. Economic expert Nasser Al-Tamimi explained today, Friday (June 5, 2026), that Iraq is facing an important obligation related to reconsidering the structure of salaries and wages in state institutions, in light of the large disparity that exists between employees of ministries, agencies and entities not affiliated with a ministry, which has accumulated over many years as a result of special legislation, exceptions and multiple privileges. Al-Tamimi told Baghdad Today that “talking about a comprehensive reform of the salary scale is no longer just an administrative option, but has become a necessity to achieve a greater degree of functional and social justice. The existence of employees with the same qualifications and experience who receive vastly different salaries due to the different entity in which they work represents one of the most prominent challenges facing the public administration in Iraq.” He stressed that “adopting a unified salary scale can be a positive step towards addressing current imbalances, but its success depends on its design taking into account the nature of different jobs and specializations, levels of responsibility and competence. Absolute unification of salaries may lead to new problems if it does not include professional and productive incentives that ensure attracting and retaining talent, especially in specialized and technical sectors.” He added that "any broad reform of salaries will entail a large financial burden that may reach several trillion dinars annually if the principle of raising the lowest salaries to the levels of the highest-paid entities is adopted, which requires conducting accurate financial studies to determine the sources of funding and the mechanisms for phased implementation." He added that "the main challenge facing the government is to achieve a balance between social justice and financial sustainability, as job disparities cannot be addressed at the expense of the state's financial stability or an increase in the general budget deficit. Successful reform should be gradual, well-considered, and linked to broader reforms in human resource management and government spending." Al-Tamimi stressed that "there is a need to review the special privileges, allowances and exceptions that have accumulated over the past years, which have become one of the most prominent reasons for disparity among employees, and achieving justice requires subjecting all institutions to unified and transparent standards as much as possible." He added that “any broad adjustment to salaries will have direct repercussions on the general budget and the Iraqi economy, as it may contribute to stimulating local demand and improving the living standards of employees, but on the other hand, it may increase financial and inflationary pressures if it is not accompanied by balanced economic and financial reforms.” Al-Tamimi concluded by saying: “Reforming the salary system in Iraq should be viewed as part of a comprehensive public administration reform project aimed at promoting fairness, efficiency, and rationalizing government spending, in a way that serves the interests of both the employee and the state.” Over the past decades, Iraq's salary system has undergone frequent modifications, resulting in significant disparities among employees in state institutions. This is due to the adoption of special laws, allowances, and exceptions that have granted some entities financial privileges exceeding those received by employees in other institutions, despite similar qualifications and job responsibilities. With the increasing number of employees and the rising annual payroll, reforming the salary scale has become one of the most sensitive issues, given its direct impact on the general budget and the standard of living of millions of Iraqi families, as well as its connection to demands for achieving job fairness and enhancing the efficiency of government administration. https://baghdadtoday.news/300687-.html

economy Today, 11:51 | 375 +A-A Electronic payment and economic diversification: Al-Zaydi's advisor reveals mechanisms to enhance the value of the national currency. Baghdad Today - Baghdad On Saturday (June 6, 2026), Mazhar Muhammad Salih, the financial advisor to the Prime Minister, confirmed that the government, headed by Ali Falih al-Zaidi, has taken measures to preserve the purchasing power of the dinar and curb inflation. Saleh said in a statement to the official agency, which was followed by “Baghdad Today”, that “the policy of stabilizing the official exchange rate is based on a fundamental goal which is to protect the external value of the national currency and maintain the stability of the general price level”, noting that “the stability of the exchange rate has contributed to strengthening confidence in the Iraqi dinar and supporting the purchasing power of citizens.” Saleh added that “the relationship between the stability of the exchange rate and the stability of prices of goods and services in the local market has remained close, given the limited impact of the parallel market on the pricing system and the effectiveness of monetary policy,” explaining that “financing imports through the official banking system and relying on the state’s foreign reserves has contributed to providing imported goods at stable and controlled prices.” He added that “government policies to maintain stable prices for goods and public services, along with the expansion of modern commercial distribution patterns, particularly cooperative stores and advanced marketing formulas, have strengthened competition and contributed to reducing inflationary pressures and supporting price stability.” Saleh explained that "among the most prominent factors that put pressure on the value of the national currency are the decline in official reserves, uncontrolled monetary expansion, and excessive reliance on oil revenues, which are currently subject to geopolitical restrictions imposed on the freedom of energy markets, as well as political and regional tensions and their effects on foreign exchange flows and economic confidence." He explained that "raising the value of the Iraqi dinar is not achieved through quick administrative decisions, but rather through a long-term reform process based on the stability of monetary and financial policies, diversification of national income sources, and strengthening confidence in the local currency." He noted that “the stability of the dinar remains a direct reflection of the stability of the macroeconomy and its ability to cope with local and international changes, which is what the government is working on through a package of measures to enhance the value of the Iraqi dinar, including working to strengthen foreign reserves, diversify the national economy and reduce dependence on oil, achieve stability in the balance of payments, as well as controlling the parallel market, reforming the banking system, expanding the use of electronic payment tools and enhancing financial inclusion.” https://baghdadtoday.news/300775-.html

policy Al-Saadawi stresses the need to find solutions before making any decision regarding the financial aspect. Today 13:45 1 Share Information/Baghdad... Former member of the Parliamentary Finance Committee, Abdul Hadi Al-Saadawi, stressed the need to find solutions and remedies before the government takes any decisions regarding the country's financial situation. Al-Saadawi told Al-Maalouma, “A series of measures must be taken before making any amendments or issuing any decisions concerning the exchange rate in local markets to ensure the preservation of the value of the Iraqi dinar.” He added, “There is a clear difference between the foreign currency sold through the official sales window and the same currency sold in local markets, with the difference reaching more than 20 points.” He explained that "the government has taken good steps, as has the Central Bank, which has taken a series of measures to address the country's financial and monetary situation," noting that "financial solutions require courageous decisions from the government to address the economic situation, especially given the optimism surrounding the government's ability to address the country's economic situation." End 25Nhttps://almaalomah-me.translate.goog/news/134735/politics/السعداوي-يشدد-على-إيجاد-المعالجات-قبل-اتخاذ-اي-قرار-يخص-الجا?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc

The real problem versus the fake problem! Published on: June 5, 2026: 03:59 PM There are socialists in Iraq, but there is no socialism, nor has there ever been. Socialism in Iraq is a word, a slogan, an old political myth, like freedom, transparency, fighting corruption, and social justice. What is absent and missing in this country becomes present only when the authorities so desire. I believe that mentioning socialism as a mindset and a problem lacks any real, philosophical, or intellectual justification, just as there are no demands of a socialist nature. It's no secret that Iraqi socialists themselves don't have a socialist program; they've lowered their expectations within our chaotic system, whose identity remains unclear. No demonstrations have raised socialist slogans or demanded a socialist system; rather, demonstrations have taken place against rampant corruption—specifically, against the corruption that has turned the state into a cash cow. This is the real problem that needs to be addressed and confronted with courageous will. Anything else is simply an attempt to evade a real problem by creating a false one. So what happened to make the Iraqi Prime Minister call for moving beyond the “socialist mentality” in managing the economy? Is there truly a socialist mindset managing the economy? I believe Iraq lacks even a sound mind to manage its economy. Since 2003, the political administration has failed to utilize available and readily available professional expertise. Throughout these years, the disregard for professional competence has become the norm. The political system has not invested in talent but rather in entrenched political factions, most of which lack merit and are solely concerned with their own narrow interests. The prevailing rentier economy has been exposed since 2003 due to the cessation of any productive, cumulative activity in various economic sectors, with the exception of oil. However, even oil revenues have been squandered by corruption and haphazard projects. Our economy is not managed by experts but by politicians who think only of their own pockets, served by commercial economic offices and banks run by currency traders, along with a group of accountants to distribute salaries and bonuses. Ironically, some of those who amassed wealth from the rentier state that controlled the Iraqi economy equated the public sector with socialism. Among them were those who sought to circumvent the legal frameworks of state and public ownership, facilitating matters for corrupt individuals and the newly rich who profited from fraudulent and failed contracts and projects, and from plundering the state with impunity. I believe the intention behind expanding this analogy, which conflates and politicizes terminology, is to dismantle what remains of the public sector and offer it up to investors complicit with politicians. The aim is for the market to prevail. But even a market needs an economic and ethical mind to monitor, hold accountable, and regulate, not one that permits looting, bribery, and forged credentials. And here we are again, arriving at the real crux of the matter: corruption, the traditions of corruption, the lack of oversight, and political collusion with the corrupt—not a socialist mindset! No one before Mr. Ali al-Zaidi, in all the presidencies, ever uttered the word "socialism." It has no meaning in the Iraq of 2003, occupied by the Americans, not only because the Americans oppose socialism, but also because they dismantled the state—a state that monitors, records, and punishes—and opened the doors of an Iraq that produces nothing but oil. It has become a garage for cars, restaurants, malls, and banquets for politicians who have divided the spoils of the state amongst themselves. The prevailing economy in Iraq is one of garages, restaurants, buildings, malls, exorbitant salaries, entertainment, and the importation of everything, even electricity and gas. So where did the idea of abandoning the socialist mentality come from, in circumstances where no mentality governs Iraqi life other than that of corruption and the exploitation of a rentier state that produces nothing but oil and sells it? Most of the post-2003 wealthy acquired their riches and privileges from the rentier state and its spoils after the American occupation. Many of them now criticize and attack the state instead of developing a program to rebuild it on productive democratic foundations, diversify its productive sectors in industry, agriculture, and tourism, regulate oversight and taxation, and improve people's living conditions. Now, there is a growing awareness of a socialist mindset. What is this mindset doing? Is it hindering investment, or is it corruption that is destroying all investor confidence? Are there socialist laws in place? Profit-driven investment has even infiltrated education and healthcare, leaving public education and healthcare in a state of collapse. Most of the revenue from this impoverished state is plundered by the forces that constitute the political system. And here we are, returning to the same wound that requires urgent treatment, instead of offering misguided, pseudo-cultural ideas. Before becoming a political force, Islamists were proponents of intellectual interpretations that countered socialism with an Islamic socialism, and capitalism with an Islamic concept of justice that respected private property but opposed usury. During the presidency of the Islamist Morsi, Egypt requested a loan from Germany. Because the Islamists were new to the intricacies of governance, requiring a balance between principles and reality—between permissible and usurious funds—they emphasized, to an excessive degree, that the interest rate on this loan was minimal, not exceeding 3 or 4 percent—a reasonable interest acceptable to both reason and religion. In reality, the loan was approved based on an Islamic legal principle invoked during crises: necessity permits what is forbidden! After seizing power, they sought to control the public sphere. In collaboration with Salafist groups, they began searching for demons in cinemas, nightclubs, the streets, among oud and violin makers, and among ancient ruins, museums, and the fabric of civil society. (I'm not saying this to be funny; it's true and was a rehearsal for what they call "enjoining good and forbidding evil" campaigns!) The slogans and phrases will change; they no longer speak of Islamic socialism, though they continue to equate democracy with the consultative system (Shura) as if they were identical, in an attempt to convince the West. They have come to realize that Gamal Abdel Nasser's old socialism was sold out during Sadat's era, and that the Egyptian regime is secular! Every Islamist term that finds its way into the political sphere is driven by a hidden agenda or is a reaction to a different reality that they are trying to control through manipulation. Political Islam is the biggest producer of empty rhetoric. And despite all the evils of the system falsely labeled socialist, the poor only lost the basic necessities for a decent and lawful life after the fat cats seized control of the economy during the reign of the pious president. What is meant by the socialist mentality other than the remnants of the plundered public sector, demanding its privatization instead of its reform, while simultaneously replacing ideas of social justice with the terms of market and investment? Is this a psychological condition exhibited by bureaucratic employees who fear for their positions, leading them to obstruct, delay, and procrastinate? This is a specific case, not inherent to bureaucracy. But what about employees who obstruct citizens' transactions to extort bribes from them? This is truly prevalent in government departments! In Iraq, where corruption is systematic, Islamic jurisprudence is transformed into a cynical liberalism, where the forbidden is permissible, and it is the witness by which the absent is measured! This digression is not without purpose. Returning to the core issue of abandoning the socialist mindset necessarily involves navigating the trenches of politics, political Islam, economic failure, and the decline and corruption of power. Indeed, labeling our rentier state, which relies on oil production and sales, as a socialist state is a fundamental error—an error rooted in the illusions of the previous political regime and those of so-called nationalist states like Syria, Nasserist Egypt, Gaddafi's Libya, and Algeria. These regimes raised the banner of socialism while clinging to state dominance over the economy, politics, and society. Some achieved relatively good growth rates, but these were unsustainable due to the authoritarian tendencies of the political system. The problem with these regimes extends beyond state economic control to police state dominance and political despotism. Herein lies the dangerous flaw. The issue transcends this or that intellectual concept or development plan; it concerns the relationship between the state and the people. The social contract between the state and the people is broken and reduced to a brutal authority imposing its conditions—an authority, not a state, because the state has been subservient to the political system. Let us consider this point carefully. The urgent democratic demands in Iraq can be summarized as follows: rebuilding the state and freeing it from the clutches of corruption and the control of political forces. These demands have been thwarted by the existing political system, and specifically by the forces that hold power. The sectarian power-sharing system has squandered the accumulated capital of the rentier state, increased its debt, and undermined the credibility of its leaders, raising doubts about their competence in managing the economy, politics, and social affairs. https://almadapaper.net/437982/ The problem lies here. The real issue is here, not in any intellectual or mental model!

The Minister of Finance affirms the continuation of economic reforms and the strengthening of the partnership with the World Bank. Money and Business Economy News - Baghdad During his meeting with the World Bank representative to Iraq, Emmanuel Salinas Munoz, Finance Minister Faleh Sari affirmed the ministry's commitment to implementing financial and economic reform programs, in line with the government program's priorities and to enhance the efficiency of public resource management. Sari indicated that the ministry is determined during the next phase to adopt reform paths based on developing the financial and banking environment, expanding the application of electronic systems in the tax and customs sectors, in addition to supporting non-oil revenues and simplifying procedures in a way that contributes to improving institutional performance and stimulating economic activity. The two sides reviewed mechanisms for enhancing technical and institutional cooperation with the World Bank to support development and infrastructure projects, empower the private sector, and benefit from international expertise in implementing reforms. For his part, Salinas Muñoz affirmed the bank’s continued support for the reform programs implemented by the Iraqi government, which contribute to strengthening economic development and raising the efficiency of financial institutions. To receive more news, subscribe to our Telegram channel. 388 views Added 2026/06/04 - 10:56 AM https://www.economy-news.net/content.php?id=69846

Finance Minister to World Bank Representative: We are proceeding with the implementation of financial and economic reform programs. Time: 2026/06/04 11:00:42 Reading: 15 times {Economic: Al-Furat News} During his meeting with the World Bank representative to Iraq, Emmanuel Salinas Munoz, Finance Minister Faleh Al-Sari affirmed the ministry's commitment to implementing financial and economic reform programs, in line with the government program's priorities and to enhance the efficiency of public resource management. Al-Sari indicated, according to a statement from the Ministry of Finance, a copy of which was received by Al-Furat News, that “the Ministry is determined during the next stage to adopt reform paths based on developing the financial and banking environment, expanding the application of electronic systems in the tax and customs sectors, in addition to supporting non-oil revenues and simplifying procedures in a way that contributes to improving institutional performance and stimulating economic activity.” The two sides reviewed mechanisms for enhancing technical and institutional cooperation with the World Bank to support development and infrastructure projects, empower the private sector, and benefit from international expertise in implementing reforms. For his part, Salinas Muñoz affirmed the bank’s continued support for the reform programs implemented by the Iraqi government, which contribute to strengthening economic development and raising the efficiency of financial institutions. https://alforatnews.iq/news/وزير-المالية-لممثل-البنك-الدولي-ماضون-بتنفيذ-برامج-الإصلاح-المالي-والاقتصادي

policy Algerian: The House of Representatives is ready to hold an emergency session to vote on the remaining ministries. 4 Jun 09:10 Information/Baghdad... The head of the political body of the National Tribal Movement, Abdul Rahman Al-Jazaeri, confirmed on Thursday that the House of Representatives is ready to cut short the legislative holiday and go towards holding an emergency session in order to proceed with voting on the remaining ministerial portfolios in Al-Zaidi’s cabinet. Follow us on our Telegram channel. Al-Jazaeri stated to Al-Maalomah, "The Parliament is determined to finalize the formation of the cabinet and vote on the remaining ministerial posts in Al-Zidi's cabinet. A letter has been sent to the Speaker of Parliament requesting an emergency session to vote on the cabinet." He added, "There is a move to complete the cabinet despite the obstacles that have delayed the vote on some ministries in Al-Zidi's government. The current focus is on completing the vote on the remaining ministries." He explained, "All obstacles to completing the cabinet have been removed, especially after the Hajj season and the Eid holiday. Therefore, things are moving towards a vote on the cabinet." End 25N https://almaalomah-me.translate.goog/news/134640/politics/الجزائري:-مجلس-النواب-مستعد-لعقد-جلسة-طارئة-للتصويت-على-الوز?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc

economy Yesterday, 20:30 | 570 Financial expert identifies tools to "save Baghdad" from the liquidity crisis - Urgent Baghdad Today - Special Report Iraq's public finances are under increasing pressure due to declining oil revenues and the continued near-total reliance on crude oil as the primary source of budget funding. This has impacted liquidity levels and the government's ability to meet its growing obligations. Amid these challenges, economic calls are mounting for a review of the public revenue structure, expanding the tax base from non-oil sectors, reforming financial collection systems, combating corruption, and reducing waste in government spending. These measures aim to enhance financial stability and mitigate the severity of recurring crises. Financial expert Saleh Rashid outlined several tools Baghdad could adopt to successfully manage the liquidity crisis, given the alarming decline in the country's treasury revenues for the third consecutive month. Rashid told Baghdad Today that “Baghdad is facing a major, sensitive and complex financial crisis, especially after losing an important part of its crude oil export revenues as a result of the disturbances in the Strait of Hormuz, which has made Iraq one of the most affected countries in the region, as it depends on oil for more than 90% of its resources.” He explained that "the government has limited options for addressing the financial gap, foremost among them developing non-oil revenues, which has multiple dimensions, most notably the issue of collecting money from services provided to citizens, as this issue is witnessing high levels of corruption that require a comprehensive review." He added that "the introduction of modern technologies in collecting money, especially in the electricity and water sectors, has become an urgent necessity, provided that the collection is fair and equitable, takes into account the conditions of the poor and the simple, and contributes to reducing losses, as well as developing the collection of the rest of the other services." Rashid pointed out that “warnings against relying on oil as a primary resource for Iraq’s treasury were issued more than 30 years ago, while many oil-producing countries, especially in the Arabian Gulf, realized the danger of this approach and began to change it, but successive governments in Baghdad did not give this issue sufficient attention.” He added that "the picture today is clearer than ever before, which necessitates changing the economic view of oil and moving to a diversified economy in which oil is a part but not the whole," stressing "the importance of controlling the pace of spending in state institutions and strengthening efforts to combat corruption." He concluded by saying: "A large part of Iraq's wealth is being drained due to corruption, and addressing this issue is a fundamental step for any real financial or economic reform." The Iraqi economy is heavily dependent on crude oil export revenues, which constitute more than 90% of the country's resources, making it highly vulnerable to fluctuations in oil prices and geopolitical conditions in the region. In recent years, warnings about the dangers of this unilateral reliance have increased, especially with the recurrence of financial crises and delays in paying salaries and government obligations at certain times. https://baghdadtoday.news/300574-.html

economy An economist says increased money printing "threatens financial stability." 1 Jun 19:49 1 Share Information / Special: Economic expert Dirgham Muhammad Ali confirmed on Monday that the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz does not mean Iraq's immediate return to previous export levels, noting that increasing the printing of currency to cover the financial deficit threatens the economy. Ali told Al-Maalomah that "crude oil production has declined as a result of the decrease in reservoir pressure in some fields and the shutdown of a number of wells, which requires technical procedures and sufficient time to rehabilitate them and resume work at full capacity," indicating that "restoring previous export rates will not be achieved directly just by opening the strait." On the financial front, Ali warned against “rushing to adopt the option of printing money to address economic pressures,” stressing that “this step needs careful study to assess its potential effects on the national economy.” He explained that “increasing the money supply without a real economic backing or parallel growth in foreign reserves could put pressure on the value of the Iraqi dinar and exacerbate financial imbalances,” noting that “this option entails significant economic risks.” Ali pointed out that "resorting to external borrowing is not an easy solution, due to the legal restrictions that regulate borrowing operations and impose specific ceilings on it, as well as the limited availability of financing alternatives at the present time." He added that "non-oil revenues are still of limited impact," explaining that "customs revenues have been affected by the decrease in the volume of imports during the recent period as a result of the implementation of the ASYCUDA system, which has been reflected in the volume of resources collected from customs and Levies." He explained that "the continued repercussions of the Strait of Hormuz closure are placing additional pressure on the country's financial situation, given its heavy reliance on oil revenues and the absence of alternative export outlets capable of compensating for the losses, thus making the available economic options for addressing the crisis more complex." (End https://almaalomah-me.translate.goog/news/133388/economy/إقتصادي-يتحدث-عن-زيادة-طباعة-العملة-تهدد-الاستقرار-المالي?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc

economy Al-Azirjawi warns of the dangers of borrowing to secure salaries: it exacerbates Iraq's debt. 2 Jun 11:28 1 Share The Information Agency / Baghdad - MP Ali Al-Azirjawi warned on Tuesday against the government's continued reliance on borrowing to secure salaries and operational expenses, stressing that this approach exacerbates the debt burden and directly impacts the national economy. Al-Azirjawi told the Information Agency that “Iraq is suffering from increasing debt that is casting a shadow over the overall economic situation,” explaining that “the continued reliance on loans reflects the absence of clear financial plans for managing resources.” He added that "the continuation of the borrowing policy without real solutions will lead to a further deterioration in the national economy and increase the financial burdens on the state," emphasizing "the necessity of developing a reform vision to manage the financial file more efficiently and sustainably." He affirmed that "addressing the financial crisis requires radical solutions, far removed from temporary solutions that rely on borrowing to cover operational expenses." End/25 https://almaalomah-me.translate.goog/news/133422/economy/الأزيرجاوي-يحذر-من-خطورة-الاقتراض-لتأمين-الرواتب:-يفاقم-مديو?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc

here it is again so you don't have to scroll left and right. Sorry all, RJG 6/3/2026 TRANSLATION: Republic of Iraq, Iraqi Parliament, Office of Attorney Ammer Nasrallah, Number: 315, Date: 3/6/2026, In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Republic of Iraq, Iraqi Parliament, Office of Attorney Ammer Rahim Nasrallah, Parliamentary Services Bloc. To the Honorable Speaker of the Parliament: Convening an Emergency Session. Greetings. Pursuant to Article (61) and Article 73 - Fourth) of the Constitution and the Parliament Law No.(13 of 2018 ), in response to the public interest and the requirements of the current stage, and given the importance of completing the requirements of the current stage and its direct repercussions on providing services to citizens and enhancing government performance, we kindly request that you take the necessary steps to convene an emergency session of the esteemed Parliament to complete the vote on the cabinet and finalize the vacant ministerial positions, thereby contributing to strengthening institutional stability and enabling the government to perform its duties optimally. We also emphasize the importance of expediting the submission and discussion of the schedules for the 2026 Federal General Budget, given its significant impact on the implementation of service and development projects and meeting the needs of the people. The provinces, as well as ensuring the continuation of reconstruction plans and improving the level of services provided to citizens. These files represent a national priority that requires concerted efforts and expedited procedures to serve our beloved country and fulfill the aspirations of our noble people. With our deepest gratitude and appreciation. A copy of this document is sent to: - The Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. - The Office of the First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. - The Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. Address: Najaf - Emad Sukkar Complex. Representative Amer Rahim Nasrallah, Member of the Iraqi Parliament, 2/2026/6.

6/3/2026 TRANSLATION: Republic of Iraq, Iraqi Parliament, Office of Attorney Ammer Nasrallah, Number: 315, Date: 3/6/2026, In the Name of God, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. Republic of Iraq, Iraqi Parliament, Office of Attorney Ammer Rahim Nasrallah, Parliamentary Services Bloc. To the Honorable Speaker of the Parliament: Convening an Emergency Session. Greetings. Pursuant to Article (61) and Article 73 - Fourth) of the Constitution and the Parliament Law No.(13 of 2018 ), in response to the public interest and the requirements of the current stage, and given the importance of completing the requirements of the current stage and its direct repercussions on providing services to citizens and enhancing government performance, we kindly request that you take the necessary steps to convene an emergency session of the esteemed Parliament to complete the vote on the cabinet and finalize the vacant ministerial positions, thereby contributing to strengthening institutional stability and enabling the government to perform its duties optimally. We also emphasize the importance of expediting the submission and discussion of the schedules for the 2026 Federal General Budget, given its significant impact on the implementation of service and development projects and meeting the needs of the people. The provinces, as well as ensuring the continuation of reconstruction plans and improving the level of services provided to citizens. These files represent a national priority that requires concerted efforts and expedited procedures to serve our beloved country and fulfill the aspirations of our noble people. With our deepest gratitude and appreciation. A copy of this document is sent to: - The Office of the Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. - The Office of the First Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. - The Office of the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives / For your kind review. Address: Najaf - Emad Sukkar Complex. Representative Amer Rahim Nasrallah, Member of the Iraqi Parliament, 2/2026/6.

policy Parliamentary request to hold an emergency session to complete the government cabinet and approve the budget Today 18:46 https://almaalomah-me.translate.goog/news/134607/politics/طلب-نيابي-لعقد-جلسة-طارئة-لإكمال-الكابينة-الحكومية-وإقرار-ال?_x_tr_sl=ar&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=en&_x_tr_pto=sc