Zaydi and Maliki Stress Urgency of Completing Cabinet Formation

Prime Minister Ali Zaydi and head of the State of Law Coalition Nouri al-Maliki affirmed Saturday the urgent need to complete the ministerial cabinet. Their meeting focused on recent political and security developments in the country and challenges facing the political process. Both officials emphasized finalizing the government formation to enable state institutions to effectively perform their duties. This is crucial for enhancing governmental capacity to address political, security, and economic issues, based on consensus, partnership, and national responsibility. A statement from al-Maliki's media office detailed discussions on ways to enhance stability and protect national interests. Zaydi and al-Maliki also reiterated the importance of continuing political efforts to consolidate stability, unify national positions on current challenges, and reinforce state institutions to ensure service provision and fulfill citizens' aspirations. Al-Maliki, in turn, stressed prioritizing national interest and offering essential political support to the government. He highlighted the significance of cooperation and coordination among political forces to maintain Iraq's security and stability, thus advancing the political process.