Countries provide more than $123 million to support the government's reform steps

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[size=52]Countries provide more than $123 million to support the government's reform steps[/size]

[size=45]Translated by Hamid Ahmed[/size]
[size=45]The World Bank stated that the "Reconstruction" Fund will help Iraq in its reform steps, pointing out that countries have provided more than 123 million dollars to this fund and support various sectors.[/size]
[size=45]A report by the World Bank, translated by (range), stated that “the economic indicators on Iraq, with their improvement and the recovery of global oil markets, give expectations that the gross domestic product of the country represented by oil will grow in the medium term.”[/size]
[size=45]The report added, "The growth of non-oil GDP is expected to grow below 3% during the period between 2021-2023 in the absence of an accelerated process of reforms and the continuing shortage of water and electricity."[/size]
[size=45]He pointed to the establishment of the Iraq Reform, Recovery and Reconstruction Fund in 2018 by the World Bank and a number of donor countries, in partnership with the Iraqi government, and with funding from Canada, Germany, Sweden and the United Kingdom.[/size]
[size=45]The report pointed out that "the fund works closely with the Iraqi government to provide the necessary information for the reform agenda adopted by the government in October 2020".[/size]
[size=45]He spoke about "the Fund's preparation of 33 multi-sectoral analytical work related to the White Paper, and this helped in developing strategies and road maps for reforms in various sectors and activities that are scheduled to be implemented next year."[/size]
[size=45]The report stated, "Those donor countries made commitments to pay an amount of 123.40 million dollars, of which 94.17 million dollars have been deposited in the fund now."[/size]
[size=45]He noted, "The Fund's projects work to support the sectors of reconstruction, agriculture, water, environment, energy, social protection, education and health, while supporting the Iraqi government in managing its reform efforts."[/size]
[size=45]The report stated, "The Fund's projects aim to promote reform, economic and social recovery, and reconstruction across a series of sectors and through innovative pilot programs and joint investments that complement or improve the effectiveness of government programs, including those funded by the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development."[/size]
[size=45]He pointed out, "to support the long-term reform agenda of the Iraqi government, with a focus on economic diversification and growth led by the private sector."[/size]
[size=45]He continues, "The map of reconstruction projects included Nineveh Governorate, Anbar Governorate, Diyala Governorate and Salah al-Din, on the basis of the areas that were destroyed and other urban centers in Iraq."[/size]
[size=45]He cautioned, "to support the management of environmental pollution hotspots in the country and to strengthen supervision and development capabilities."[/size]
[size=45]As for the governorates of Dhi Qar, Basra, and Maysan, the report stated that “the focus was on supporting the energy sector and extractive industries, and the technical and economic care due to support the strengthening of the electricity network in the southern region of Iraq.”[/size]
[size=45]He continues, "The Fund focused in its projects at the national level on revitalizing the agricultural sector in Iraq, social protection and jobs for poor and vulnerable Iraqis, supporting education and skills development, as well as a project to support higher education and strengthen the health system in response to the Corona epidemic."[/size]
[size=45]The report emphasized, "The focus is also on economic diversification and development, strengthening the Iraqi financial sector, creating an enabling environment for small and growing companies, and strengthening the private sector."[/size]
[size=45]With regard to focusing on the education reform and skills development agenda in Iraq, the report stated that “years of conflict have led to a severe shortage of school buildings, many of which are currently operating in two or three shifts, effectively limiting the time for learning opportunities. The Ministry of Education estimates that 8,000 additional school buildings are needed. While 50% of the existing buildings are in dire need of rehabilitation.”[/size]
[size=45]The report added, “While the demand for new buildings greatly exceeds the supply, planning and prioritizing are fundamental to establishing infrastructure and education in Iraq, and depends on a set of construction standards that take into account the difference between urban and rural areas and priority-setting mechanisms.” .[/size]
[size=45]In the area of ​​revitalizing the agricultural sector, the report stated, “The project seeks to provide policy-level recommendations and an innovative approach to digital transformation, adapting to climate change in the food and agricultural system, and enhancing women’s participation in the sector.”[/size]
[size=45]He added, "This activity constitutes a preliminary step towards a long-term modernization of the agricultural food sector in Iraq and maximizing its contribution to employment, economic recovery and diversification of the sources of the economy."[/size]
[size=45]The report continues, "The Fund focused on climate considerations in its current and future projects, which seek to contribute to the reform, recovery and reconstruction of Iraq."[/size]
[size=45]He went on to "the importance of supporting the climate agenda by mainstreaming climate change and the environment by focusing on mitigation, adaptation, and dialogue on climate change and the environment in Iraq, which has been classified as one of the most vulnerable countries to the impact of climate change in the Middle East and North Africa."[/size]
[size=45]And he warned, "of the noticeable increase in temperatures, a decrease in precipitation patterns, an increase in drought, desertification and other severe phenomena and their consequences on human health."[/size]
[size=45]The report stated, "Iraq has committed, through its Nationally Determined Contributions, to prioritizing climate action in the sectors of water, coastal areas, forests and land use, so that it can fully recover and rebuild from the current conflicts."[/size]
[size=45]It finds that "it is extremely important to take effective measures to reduce climate risks and enhance the resilience of the most vulnerable communities and sectors."[/size]
[size=45]The report added, "The Fund works alongside the Iraqi government to enhance cooperation and coordination between key stakeholders to provide efficient, appropriate and sustainable solutions."[/size]
[size=45]The report went on, "to add Iraq to the countries in which the climate and development report will be issued in order to provide information for climate change and environment programs, which can achieve the national development goals of Iraq in the context of sustainability."[/size]
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