speedy1 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 It was on CNN news this morning that Maliki would announce his cabinet tomorro. I put this in rumors because no link just saw it on T.V. Anyone else see it? 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DancinFool Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Closest I could get... http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/meast/12/18/iraq.politics/index.html?iref=allsearch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pockets Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 In Iraq, a new government could be around the cornerFrom Jomana Karadsheh, CNNDecember 18, 2010 1:55 p.m. EST Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki plans to present his new Cabinet to parliament Monday for approval.STORY HIGHLIGHTS NEW: Al-Maliki and Allawi meet to discuss plans Al-Maliki is to present a new Cabinet to parliament on Monday A political ban was lifted on three politicians said to have Baathist ties A power-sharing deal was worked out last month RELATED TOPICS Iraq Iraq War Baghdad, Iraq (CNN) -- Iraq moved a couple of steps closer Saturday to forming a government after a maddening year marked by political squabbling and paralysis. Parliament on Saturday lifted a ban on three politicians who were barred from participating in Iraqi elections because of purported links to Saddam Hussein's banned political movement -- the Baath Party. Incumbent Prime Minister Nuri al-Maliki plans to present his new Cabinet to parliament Monday for approval, lawmakers from his bloc said. The moves promise to end Iraq's political stalemate and lead to the installation of a new government. The inconclusive national elections took place on March 7, but politicians, most particularly al-Maliki and former Prime Minister Ayad Allawi were unable to forge a compromise for a government. The three reinstated politicians -- Saleh al-Mutlaq, Dhafer al-Ani, and Jamal al-Karbooli -- read a pledge condemning crimes by the Baath Party and its members. Out of the 170 parliament members present, 109 voted to lift the ban. The lifting of the ban was a top requirement made by al-Maliki's rival bloc, al-Iraqiya -- led by Allawi. The demand is part of the U.S.-brokered power-sharing deal forged between the competing blocs last month. A walkout by Allawi and members of his bloc last month from parliament threatened the fragile power-sharing deal that seemed to be falling apart. However, mediation by various parties and the United States has helped salvage the deal. Allawi's bloc is Sunni-backed and the inclusion of Sunni Arabs in the government has been important to maintain national unity. Sunnis lost their clout after Hussein was toppled and many became disaffected and supportive of the insurgency. The moves Saturday came as al-Maliki and Allawi met, according to a lawmaker close to al-Maliki who was speaking on state TV. They also had a recent meeting in which Allawi indicated that he will be part of the government, even though he threatened last month that he might not participate. After meeting at the house of former Prime Minister Ibrahim al-Jaafari on Tuesday, both leaders described the talks as positive and the first in a series of meetings ahead of government formation. Allawi described the meeting as "positive and fruitful," adding that both men have a "common vision" and envision more meetings that would get into the details of their aspirations. A main condition for the participation of Iraqiya is the formation of the National Council for Higher Policies, a body forged in the power-sharing deal. While its authority and structure are still being worked out, its creation is said to limit the authority of al-Maliki. Allawi, who edged out al-Maliki in the March vote to gain the most seats, was seen as the man to head the council. Iraqiya members have demanded that the law governing this council must be passed ahead of government formation, but other blocs have said that because it requires legislation the law would not happen until parliament forms a legal committee. http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/meast/12/18/iraq.politics/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boingo02 Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 That make it offical. Maliki will officaly announce the GOI. So then RV after the announcement? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaRSam Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 I forget, What was the 7 day reason they needed done by the end of 2010 for? That is the whole reason why everyone has been saying by the 25th right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nani? Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 That make it offical. Maliki will officaly announce the GOI. So then RV after the announcement? Man I really hope so... he can't afford anymore delays at this point unless he wants to lose his position and I'm pretty sure he doesn't want to lose it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umbertino Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 Man I really hope so... he can't afford anymore delays at this point unless he wants to lose his position and I'm pretty sure he doesn't want to lose it. Logic would dictate that but let's not forget this is Iraq where Logic was banned for a very long time. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderrb Posted December 19, 2010 Report Share Posted December 19, 2010 It's all over the news, but remember it is Iraq. Hurry up and wait..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
madmanak47 Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 That make it offical. Maliki will officaly announce the GOI. So then RV after the announcement? When Their Damn Good and ready. Madman Out 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krmayo Posted December 20, 2010 Report Share Posted December 20, 2010 That make it offical. Maliki will officaly announce the GOI. So then RV after the announcement? They have to be approved by parliament after he announces them. The good thing is M requested parliament meet on Monday also. Could all happen in 1 day I think. JMO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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