Iraq submits a request to the European High Representative to leave the blacklist

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Iraq submits a request to the European High Representative to leave the blacklist

 09/17/2020

 

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Today, Thursday, Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein renewed the call for the European Commission to remove the name of Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the field of terrorist financing and money laundering. 

In a statement, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs said, “Minister Fouad Hussein met with Josep Borrell, the High Representative for Foreign Policy and Security in the European Union at the European Commission’s headquarters in Brussels,” explaining that “the minister appreciated the European Union’s positions in support of Iraq in the various developmental fields and in the field of humanitarian aid, And praising the Union's keenness to provide political and economic support to Iraq, especially its assistance in the field of confronting the Corona pandemic and limiting its spread. 

The statement added that "the two sides discussed the meetings of the Joint Committee for Human Rights and Democracy that were held between the two sides on 9/8/2020, and stressed the importance of the partnership and cooperation agreement concluded between Iraq and the European Union countries, as it represents the strategic framework for the relationship between the two sides." The resumption of holding meetings of the remaining sub-committees derived from the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the two sides, namely the Trade and Energy Committees. 

The minister affirmed, according to the statement, “Iraq's commitment to the principle of respecting the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs,” expressing his “absolute rejection of Iraq becoming an arena for conflict between the competing parties, or a starting point for aggression against any other country,” stressing “the need to support Iraq's efforts to be a factor of stability and harmony in the region and the world. " 

The minister touched on "the government's decision to hold early elections next June, and its aspiration to cooperate with international parties interested in this matter." 

The statement continued, "The two sides discussed the issue of removing Iraq from the list of the European Commission for high-risk countries in the field of money laundering and terrorist financing," again, "inviting the relevant authorities in the commission to accelerate the opening of a dialogue with the concerned technical authorities in Iraq in order to complete the evaluation of Iraq's performance." In this area, remove his name from this list. " 

The Foreign Minister called on Borrell to visit Iraq as soon as possible to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two sides.

 

 

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09-17-2020 09:47 AM

Iraq calls on the European Commission to be removed from the list of high risk countries in the field of terrorist financing

 

 

 Baghdad / Al-Akhbariya

Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein met with the European Union's High Representative for Foreign Policy and Security, Josep Borrell, at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels.

The minister valued, according to a foreign ministry statement, “the European Union’s positions in support of Iraq in the various developmental fields and in the field of humanitarian aid,” praising “the Union’s keenness to provide political and economic support to Iraq, especially its assistance in the field of confronting the Corona pandemic and limiting its spread.”

The statement added, "The two sides also touched on the meetings of the Joint Committee for Human Rights and Democracy that were held between the two sides on 9/8/2020, and emphasized the importance of the partnership and cooperation agreement concluded between Iraq and the European Union countries, as it represents the strategic framework for the relationship between the two sides," indicating the importance of The resumption of holding meetings of the remaining sub-committees derived from the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the two sides, namely the Trade and Energy Committees.

The minister affirmed, "Iraq's commitment to the principle of respecting the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs, expressing absolute rejection of Iraq turning into an arena for conflict between the competing parties, or a starting point for aggression against any other country, stressing the need to support Iraq's efforts to be a factor of stability, and agree in Region and the world. "

The statement continued, "The minister also touched on the government’s decision to hold early elections next June, and its aspiration to cooperate with international parties interested in this matter. The two sides discussed the issue of removing Iraq from the European Commission’s list of high-risk countries in the field of money laundering and terrorist financing. "The concerned commission in the commission to speed up the opening of a dialogue with the concerned technical authorities in Iraq, in order to complete the evaluation of Iraq's performance in this field, and remove its name from this list."

The statement concluded, "Hussein invited Borrell to visit Iraq at the earliest possible opportunity to discuss means of strengthening bilateral relations between the two sides."

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Iraq calls on the European Commission to remove its name from the list of money laundering and terrorism

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein - Archives

 17 September 2020 10:51 AM

Mubasher: The Iraqi Foreign Minister, Fouad Hussein, met with Josep Borrell, the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy in the European Union, at the European Commission headquarters in Brussels.

Hussein renewed the call for the European Commission, according to a statement by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to remove Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the field of terrorist financing and money laundering.

The two sides discussed the issue of removing Iraq from the European Commission’s list of high-risk countries in the field of money laundering and terrorist financing, again calling on the concerned authorities in the commission to expedite the opening of a dialogue with the concerned technical authorities in Iraq. In order to complete the evaluation of Iraq's performance in this field, and remove its name from this list.

The minister valued the European Union’s positions in support of Iraq in the various development areas and in the field of humanitarian aid, praising the Union’s keenness to provide political and economic support to Iraq, especially its assistance in the field of confronting the Corona pandemic and limiting its spread.

The two sides touched upon the meetings of the Joint Commission for Human Rights and Democracy held between the two sides, stressing the importance of the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement concluded between Iraq and the European Union countries, as they usually represent the strategic framework for the relationship between the two sides.

Hussein indicated the importance of resuming the meetings of the remaining sub-committees (the Trade and Energy Committees) emanating from the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the two sides.

The Foreign Minister affirmed Iraq's commitment to the principle of respecting the sovereignty of states and non-interference in their internal affairs, expressing his absolute rejection of Iraq turning into an arena for conflict between the competing parties, or a starting point for aggression against any other country, stressing the need to support Iraq's efforts to be a stabilizing factor, and agree In the region and in the world.

The minister referred to the government's decision to hold early elections in June 2021, and its aspiration to cooperate with international parties interested in this matter.

The Minister of Foreign Affairs invited the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy in the European Union to visit Iraq as soon as possible. To discuss ways to strengthen bilateral relations between the two sides.

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The European Union is about to remove Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the field of money laundering

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 08 October 2020 12:01 AM

 

Mubasher: The European Union ambassador announced that steps will be taken to remove Iraq from the list of high risk countries.

Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein affirmed that Iraq aspires to activate bilateral relations with the European Union countries in light of the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, according to a statement by the ministry today, Wednesday.

This came during his meeting with the ambassadors of the European Union countries in Iraq, to review the efforts of the Iraqi government in the field of securing missions and organizing their work in Iraq, expressing an aspiration to activate cooperation relations in light of the cooperation and partnership agreement concluded between the two sides.

The situation of European non-governmental organizations in Iraq and the need to overcome obstacles that hinder their work were discussed. The meeting also discussed the measures taken by the European Union in the field of facilitating the work of Iraqi airlines.

For his part, the European Union ambassador, who was present at the meeting, stated that a number of steps have been taken to overcome technical obstacles in cooperation with the Central Bank of Iraq regarding removing Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the field of terrorist financing and money laundering.

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Ambassador of the European Union: We are making every effort to remove Iraq from this list

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{Baghdad: Al Furat News} The ambassador of the European Union mission in Baghdad, Martin Haute, affirmed that stability, prosperity and full sovereignty in Iraq are the basis for peace and stability in the entire region.

While welcoming the government's steps to conduct early elections and studying options for monitoring them; He explained that the mission is making every effort to remove Iraq from the list of high risk countries.

Commenting on the US-Iranian conflict and its impact in Iraq, Ambassador Hutt said in a press statement, “In many cases, foreign powers use Iraq as a proxy battlefield to implement their regional agendas, which increases internal and regional instability,” stressing that “everyone should realize A weak and unstable Iraq can only end up as a failed state, with catastrophic repercussions in the region and beyond, and it is in everyone’s interest that it contribute to the establishment of a prosperous, stable, strong and sovereign Iraqi state as a prerequisite for the stability of the region, a country that thrives on the basis of good relations with all Its neighbors are on an equal footing and the basis of sovereignty, and as neighbors, Iraq and Iran undoubtedly share deep historical ties on several levels. "

He added, "The European Union strongly believes in keeping diplomacy alive, specifically in preserving and saving the nuclear agreement (the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action) with Iran," stressing that the transition to a new American administration is distinguished by its tendency for dialogue more. "It could open the way for a unique opportunity in this regard, so any progress is likely to lead to a new diplomatic agenda through which the parties to the nuclear agreement can work to stabilize the nuclear file, while taking advantage of the resulting momentum to address other issues with Iran."   

Relations with Saudi Arabia and Turkey

Regarding the current Iraqi-Saudi rapprochement and its importance for the stability of the region; “One of the priorities of the European Union is,” Haute emphasized. It is the promotion of stability in the wider Gulf region, so we welcome Iraq's proactive policy to maintain constructive and balanced relations with all countries in the region and outside it, "noting that" this will allow Iraq to turn its geographically and economically weak position among its powerful neighbors into an opportunity to create multiple conditions that are profitable for all. " Parties, and contribute greatly to achieving stability and prosperity for Iraq and the region. "  

He added, "As two Arab countries, the relationship between Iraq and Saudi Arabia is a close and important relationship for both countries, and that the European Union is optimistic to note that these relations are subject to a positive review, as well as seeking to consolidate economic ties between the two countries."   

In the external files also, and specifically in the Iraqi-Turkish relationship, the European Union ambassador saw that “Turkey is an important neighbor of Iraq, and it has historical ties with it, and it has terminated geographical and economic ties with Iraq. Therefore, developing their relationship for the benefit of the two countries and realizing the full potential of this relationship is in The interest of both countries ».  

In this regard, he stressed, “I believe that Iraq and Turkey need to strengthen their cooperation in combating any terrorist organization that poses a threat to their security, and that the outcomes of the last meeting between Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sent encouraging signs that the two countries have finally engaged in a frank discussion about This issue, and the European Union can only encourage both countries to continue this debate. "

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The Central Bank issues an explanation regarding the decision of the European Union Commission

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Baghdad / Al-Sabah 

 

A statement by the Central Bank of Iraq clarified that in light of the decision of the European Union Commission to keep Iraq in the revised list of high-risk countries regarding money laundering and terrorist financing. The Anti-Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Office wishes to clarify that efforts to remove Iraq from the European list of high-risk countries are still ongoing Since the issuance of that list for the first time in 2016, which was more comprehensive than the list issued by the International Financial Action Group (FATF), and in 2018, after fulfilling many requirements and clear progress in the Iraq file in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, the name of Iraq has been removed from The international list of the FATF group to escalate as a result of that effort and concert in order to accelerate the removal of his name from the European list through full compliance with European standards in this 

the field. 

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European Union Ambassador: The prosperity of Iraq is a condition for the stability of the region

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  Baghdad: Hazem Muhammad Habib

 

The ambassador of the European Union mission in Baghdad, Martin Hutt, affirmed that stability, prosperity and full sovereignty in Iraq are the basis for peace and stability in the entire region, and while he welcomed the government's steps in holding early elections and studying options for monitoring them; He explained that the mission is making every effort to remove Iraq from the list of high risk countries.

Commenting on the US-Iranian conflict and its impact in Iraq, Ambassador Hutt told Al-Sabah: “In many cases, foreign powers use Iraq as a proxy battlefield to implement their regional agendas, which increases internal and regional instability,” stressing that “everyone should Realizes that a weak and unstable Iraq can only end up as a failed state, with disastrous repercussions in the region and beyond, and that it is in everyone's interest that it contribute to the establishment of a prosperous, stable, strong and sovereign Iraqi state as a basic condition for the stability of the region, a country that thrives on the basis of good relations with All its neighbors are on an equal footing and the basis of sovereignty, and as two neighbors, Iraq and Iran share, without a doubt, deep historical ties on several levels.

He added, "The European Union strongly believes in keeping diplomacy alive, specifically in preserving and saving the nuclear agreement (the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action) with Iran," stressing that "the transition to a new American administration is distinguished by its tendency for dialogue more." "It could open the way for a unique opportunity in this regard, so any progress is likely to lead to a new diplomatic agenda through which the parties to the nuclear agreement can work to stabilize the nuclear file, while taking advantage of the resulting momentum to address other issues with Iran."   

Relations with Saudi Arabia and Turkey

Regarding the current Iraqi-Saudi rapprochement and its importance for the stability of the region; “One of the priorities of the European Union is,” Haute emphasized. It is the promotion of stability in the wider Gulf region, so we welcome Iraq's proactive policy to maintain constructive and balanced relations with all countries in the region and beyond, ”noting that“ this will allow Iraq to transform its geographically and economically weak position among its powerful neighbors into an opportunity to create multiple conditions that are profitable for all. Parties, and contribute greatly to achieving stability and prosperity for Iraq and the region.  

He added, "As two Arab countries, the relationship between Iraq and Saudi Arabia is a close and important relationship for both countries, and that the European Union is optimistic to note that these relations are subject to positive review, as well as seeking to consolidate economic ties between the two countries."   

In the external files also, and specifically in the Iraqi-Turkish relationship, the European Union ambassador saw that “Turkey is an important neighbor of Iraq, and it has historical ties with it, and it has terminated geographical and economic ties with Iraq. Therefore, developing their relationship for the benefit of the two countries and realizing the full potential of this relationship is in The interest of both countries ».  

In this regard, he stressed, “I believe that Iraq and Turkey need to strengthen their cooperation in combating any terrorist organization that poses a threat to their security, and that the outcomes of the last meeting between Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sent encouraging signs that the two countries have finally engaged in a frank discussion about This issue, and the European Union can only encourage both countries to continue this debate ».    

 

High-risk countries

Speaking to “Al-Sabah”, Hot touched on the European Union’s decision to place Iraq on the list of “high risk” countries, indicating that “in order to remove Iraq from this list, the Iraqi authorities must effectively address the deficiencies identified in its anti-money laundering system. AML / CTF terrorist financing, ”he added,“ Iraq was removed from the OECD / FATF list in 2018, but the European Union has its independent list and does not focus only on the legislative and regulatory framework; But also for effective implementation. ”

He pointed out that “the progress achieved or not achieved by Iraq is currently being evaluated, and there is an ongoing dialogue between the Iraqi and European authorities on this issue, and the European Union mission in Baghdad is facilitating the necessary dialogue and providing technical assistance to help Iraq take the necessary steps that we hope will lead to Strike it off the list as soon as the necessary requirements are met, ”warning that“ recent reports related to investigations with the Central Bank of Iraq and other banks to combat money laundering; Very troubling ”.

 

Early elections

Regarding the Iraqi government's call and its steps to hold early elections and the extent of the European Union’s contribution to monitoring and organizing them, Ambassador Hutt said: “The European Union welcomes the Iraqi government's announcement of its intention to hold early elections as an important step in responding to popular demands,” noting that “we are working side by side. With partners and other international organizations to support the Iraqi government's efforts in organizing and conducting early parliamentary elections, ”revealing“ the European Union’s decision to provide support for the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) project, which aims to assist the Independent High Electoral Commission in preparing for the elections at an amount of $ 5.5 million euros, in addition to the bilateral support provided by some member states of the European Union, ”stressing,“ We are making a major contribution to this important step for the country. In addition, the European Union has been invited to participate in international election observation, and we are currently considering options related to About this ». 

Concerning the union’s vision of the possibility of conducting the elections fairly and without outside interference, Haute said: “Fair, transparent and comprehensive parliamentary elections are extremely important to restore the people's confidence in the political system and establish a more representative government,” stressing that “it is important that voters believe in the freedom and integrity of the electoral process And to participate in the elections in greater numbers than the 2018 elections, if the Iraqis vote in large numbers and put the interests of the country in mind, this will protect this election from being exploited or tampered with, whether from inside or outside.     

 

Supporting reforms

The conditions caused by the Corona crisis and the drop in oil prices and their impact in Iraq were not absent from the speech of the European Union ambassador, stressing that “the Union is one of the main partners of Iraq in development. On a larger scale". He added, “In the short term, 35 million euros have been allocated to urgent humanitarian needs, including health care, water, sanitation and prevention, with priority given to vulnerable population groups, and 90 million euros have been allocated to provide additional support in order to increase the citizen's ability to obtain employment opportunities and social protection. And activities are expected to begin at the beginning of 2021 ».

He stressed that «the European Union is ready to strengthen its support - especially in urgent and comprehensive economic reforms aimed at strengthening governance, diversification, private sector development, and financial / banking reform. , We will participate, with Germany and the Iraqi counterparts, headed by the Iraqi Economic Contact Group, which was launched in October to support the efforts of the Iraqi government within the framework of the White Paper for Economic Reform.

 

Areas of security

And on the support provided by the Union to Iraq in the security and military fields, Ambassador Hutt replied that, “Since 2017, the European Union has supported Iraq by sending a civilian mission that works within the common defense and security policy in Baghdad, which is the European Union's advisory mission EUAM, which is mandated to assist Iraqi authorities in implementing civilian aspects of the national security strategy and security sector reform, ”explaining that“ European Union experts provide advice and assistance in priority areas of work, such as support for reforms and institutional efforts to help combat terrorism and organized crime. The advisory mission also provides advice in managing Borders and combating financial crimes such as corruption, money laundering and smuggling of cultural heritage, ”indicating that“ the European Union does not provide military aid to any country. ”  

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reveals the latest measures by Iraq to remove its name from the list of high risk countries

 

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Baghdad Today, Saturday (January 16, 2021), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs revealed its measures taken to remove Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the areas of money laundering and terrorist financing. "The ministry has worked very diligently, through our embassies spread across the world, to explain Iraq's efforts in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, and to show the extent of its commitment to the applicable international standards that resulted in Lifting the name of Iraq from the list of the International Financial Task Force ( FATF ). " He added, "Our embassy in Brussels has contacted the Department of External Action at the European Commission, and inquired about the criteria that the European Union will follow in the inclusion of countries in the new list. It also sent two official notes to the European Union requesting it to provide it with the European standards that Iraq should apply." He pointed out that "the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Brussels has held a number of meetings, and also held a number of meetings. Among these meetings was with the Director General of the Department of Stability, Services and Financial Markets in the European Commission; for the purpose of inquiring about the issue of including Iraq on the European Union list of high-risk countries." In the field of money laundering and terrorist financing. " He added, "We also explained Iraq's efforts in this field and its commitment to the standards of the international agency to combat money laundering, whether at the level of legislation or implementation," noting that "the competent Iraqi authorities had referred many perpetrators of financial crimes related to this context to the competent courts." ". He explained, "One of the steps that the Foreign Ministry had to take in this direction was that Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein sent a letter to his counterparts, foreign ministers in the European Union countries, calling for an objection to the proposed delegated list in the Council of the European Union." Al-Sahhaf emphasized, "Conducting meetings and meetings via video conference technology and phone calls with European ministers and parliamentarians to support Iraq’s objection and remove it from this list."

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Iraq is working to remove its name from the list of money laundering and terrorist financing and its foreign affairs clarify the procedures

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Today, Saturday, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified its procedures for removing Iraq from the list of money laundering and terrorist financing.

In a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), Foreign Ministry spokesman Ahmed Al-Sahhaf said, "The ministry has worked very diligently, through our embassies scattered throughout the world, to explain Iraq's efforts in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing , and to show the extent of its commitment to the applicable international standards that resulted in On the removal of Iraq from the list of the International Financial Task Force (FATF).

He added that "our embassy in Brussels has contacted the Department of Foreign Action in the European Commission, and inquired about the criteria that the European Union will follow in the inclusion of countries in the new list," noting that "the embassy sent two official notes to the European Union requesting it to provide it with the European standards that Iraq should apply." .

The statement continued that "the Iraqi embassy in Brussels conducted a number of meetings, and also held a number of meetings. Among these meetings he was with the Director General of the Department of Stability, Services and Financial Markets in the European Commission; for the purpose of inquiring about the issue of including Iraq in the European Union list of high-risk countries in The field of money laundering and terrorist financing, "explaining that" Iraq's efforts in this field and its commitment to the standards of the international anti-money laundering agency have been explained, whether at the level of enactment of laws or at the level of implementation. Specialized courts. " 

He indicated that "the steps that the Foreign Ministry had to take in this direction was that Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein sent a letter to his counterparts, foreign ministers in the European Union countries, calling to object to the proposed delegated list in the Council of the European Union."
The statement indicated that, "Meetings and meetings were also conducted via video conference technology and phone calls with European ministers and parliamentarians to support Iraq’s objection and remove it from this list."

 

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The "Foreign Ministry" takes measures to remove Iraq from the list of money laundering and terrorist financing

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 16 January 2021 02:21 PM

 

Mubasher: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced its measures to remove Iraq from the list of money laundering and terrorist financing

A spokesman for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a press statement, today, Saturday, that the ministry has worked very diligently and through our embassies scattered throughout the world to explain Iraq's efforts in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, and to demonstrate the extent of its commitment to the applicable international standards that resulted in the lifting of the name of Iraq. From the list of the International Financial Task Force ( FATF ).

The ministry spokesman added: "Our embassy in Brussels has contacted the Department of External Action at the European Commission, and inquired about the criteria that the European Union will follow in including countries in the new list."

Al-Sahhaf indicated that the embassy sent two official notes to the European Union requesting that it provide it with the European standards that Iraq should apply.

 The spokesman added in the statement that the Iraqi embassy in Brussels had held a number of meetings, and also held a number of meetings, and among these meetings he was with the Director General of the Department of Stability, Services and Financial Markets in the European Commission. For the purpose of inquiring about the inclusion of Iraq on the European Union's list of high-risk countries in the field of money laundering and terrorist financing.

He explained that Iraq's efforts in this field and its commitment to the standards of the international anti-money laundering organization were explained, whether at the level of legislation or implementation, indicating that the competent Iraqi authorities have referred many perpetrators of financial crimes related to this context to the competent courts.

Al-Sahhaf mentioned that the steps that the Foreign Ministry had to take in this direction was that Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein sent a letter to his counterparts, the Foreign Ministers in the European Union countries, calling for an objection to the proposed delegated list in the Council of the European Union.

The statement indicated that the meetings and meetings were also conducted via video conference technology and phone calls with European ministers and parliamentarians to support Iraq’s objection and remove it from this list.

 

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A diplomatic movement to remove Iraq from the list of high risk countries

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Baghdad: Morning

 

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs continues its continuous movements and contacts with European countries 

To remove Iraq from the list of high-risk countries in the areas of money laundering and terrorist financing.

The ministry's spokesman, Ahmed Al-Sahaf, said in a statement: “The ministry has worked with great diligence, through our embassies scattered throughout the world, to explain Iraq's efforts in the field of combating money laundering and terrorist financing, and to demonstrate the extent of its commitment to the applicable international standards that resulted in the removal of Iraq from the list. International Financial Task Force (FATF) ".

He added, "Our embassy in Brussels has contacted the Department of External Action at the European Commission, and inquired about the criteria that the European Union will follow in the inclusion of countries in the new list. It also sent two official notes to the European Union requesting it to provide it with the European standards that Iraq should apply."

He pointed out that "the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Brussels conducted a number of meetings, and also held a number of meetings. Among these meetings he was with the Director General of the Department (Stability, Services and Financial Markets) in the European Commission for the purpose of inquiring about the issue of including Iraq in the European Union list of countries. High risks in money laundering and terrorist financing. "

He added, "We also explained Iraq's efforts in this field, and its commitment to the standards of the international agency to combat money laundering, whether at the level of legislation or implementation," noting that "the competent Iraqi authorities had referred many perpetrators of financial crimes related to this context to the competent courts." ".

He explained, "Among the steps that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs had to take in this direction was that Foreign Minister Fouad Hussein sent a letter to his counterparts, the Foreign Ministers of European Union countries, in which he called to object to the proposed delegated list in the Council of the European Union."

Al-Sahhaf emphasized, "Conducting meetings and meetings via (video conference) technology and phone calls with European ministers and parliamentarians to support Iraq’s objection and remove it from this list."

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Foreign Minister: Security stability affects the building of the Iraqi economy

Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein

 January 23, 2021 07:27 PM

 

Mubasher: Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein emphasized that security stability has an impact on international relations.

Hussein said in a statement to Al-Iraqiya News, which was followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that "whenever there is security stability, there are distinguished relations with foreign countries as he works for others to come to the country, build its economy, communicate with others with Iraqi society and build other agricultural and industrial sectors."

He added, "Security stability has a positive effect on building Iraqi society and on building its economy and democracy."

The minister pointed out that "international solidarity with Iraq, the people and the government was important, noting that" the countries are ready to support the Iraqi people and the government in their fight against ISIS gangs.

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