Al-Kazemi: The blocs failed to form the government and neighboring countries harmed our water rights

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[size=52]Al-Kazemi: The blocs failed to form the government and neighboring countries harmed our water rights[/size]

[size=45]Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kadhimi spoke before the United Nations General Assembly about the failure of political forces to form the government, pointing to the development of a comprehensive program for the reconstruction of the liberated areas, stressing Iraq's refusal to use its lands in a way that endangers its security and stability, blaming neighboring countries for the water scarcity, calling for the adoption of Peaceful solutions in settling regional and international crises.[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kadhimi said, in Iraq's speech before the 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York, "I am pleased to greet you in the name of Iraq, which is one of the founding countries of this organization that hosts us."[/size]
[size=45]He added, "Iraq is a historical country deeply rooted in human memory, and there are great challenges that seem difficult, especially at the level of internal political conflict, but there is, on the other hand, a spirit of hope for the people of Iraq, who has the ability to seize the opportunity for life, progress and peace."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi pointed out that "the Iraqis, despite the difficult circumstances, used this spirit of hope to fight terrorism and to defeat it on behalf of the whole world, and our people made huge sacrifices to liberate their lands from the terrorist gangs of ISIS."[/size]
[size=45]He added, "I remember here the Iraqi martyrs who gave their lives in order to defend the values ​​of freedom, justice, democracy and human rights." Al-Kadhimi explained, "During that just war, the Iraqi military forces acquired unique skills in fighting ISIS and enforcing the law, and Iraq benefited from the experiences of its allies in its fight against terrorism, renewing our thanks and appreciation to them."[/size]
[size=45]And he spoke about "the renewal of the government of the Republic of Iraq's call to the need to continue confronting the phenomenon of international terrorism and the groups supporting it."[/size]
[size=45]And Al-Kazemi stated, "Iraq looks forward to receiving more UN support in the reconstruction of the liberated areas affected by the occupation of ISIS terrorist gangs, as well as UN aid to respond to the necessary emergency humanitarian needs; To strengthen Iraq's capabilities in rebuilding the destroyed infrastructure.[/size]
[size=45]He noted, "The state ministries and institutions have continued their efforts to return the Iraqi families in the al-Hol camp in Syria to Iraqi lands, and return them to their areas."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi stressed, "The government has developed a comprehensive government program for the reconstruction of the liberated areas, the repair of infrastructure, and the safe and voluntary return of the displaced."[/size]
[size=45]And he continued, "Iraq reiterates from this platform its calls not to use its territory under the pretext of combating terrorism, or protecting the national security of other countries; that endangers its security and stability.”[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi stated, “Iraq stresses the need to respect the principles enshrined in the United Nations Charter, the rules of international law and international relations, with respect for the sovereignty of states, and the principles of good neighborliness. And that the Government of Iraq affirms its adherence to an approach that calls for resolving the accumulated differences through diplomatic channels.[/size]
[size=45]He added, "This government worked to establish fair and honest elections with the support of the Security Council, the United Nations, and other international organizations, and they praised its high integrity and professionalism."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi extended his thanks to "all organizations and countries, and to everyone who helped support these elections, especially the supreme reference, Mr. Sistani, for his protection of the democratic path in Iraq."[/size]
[size=45]He continues, "The political forces in agreeing to form the government, despite the success of the elections, failed; Which led to the creation of a political blockage, and my government called for a serious and transparent dialogue for all the different political forces and parties; To discuss ways out of the current political crisis.[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi stressed that "Iraq seeks to bring views closer and find sustainable peaceful solutions to regional crises and differences between the countries of the region, by putting forward many initiatives aimed at ensuring peace and security in our region."[/size]
[size=45]And he added, "Baghdad hosted many meetings between these countries; This is the result of the balanced policy that this government is working with, and the Iraqi diplomacy is working with neighboring countries.”[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi also said, "The Baghdad Conference on Partnership and Cooperation in August of last year enjoyed wide participation by the neighboring regional countries, and brotherly and friendly countries, as the conference came out with important recommendations that were embodied in the announcement of the Baghdad Summit."[/size]
[size=45]He continued, "Iraq is going through difficult climatic conditions due to the scarcity of water resources, changing the rivers' courses that it shares with neighboring countries, and establishing projects without taking into account their effects on water quotas, and the equitable use of riparian countries."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kadhimi stressed, "All these conditions combined led Iraq to become the fifth most vulnerable country to climate changes; This has recently led to the drying up of most of the areas of the Iraqi Marshes, and affected the livelihoods of hundreds of rural families in the Iraqi Marshes.[/size]
[size=45]He continues, "This led to an increase in the rate of desertification and internal displacement; And the loss of livelihoods for many families, and the reduction of the proportion of agricultural land.”[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi called on “all countries in the region for dialogue to resolve water issues in accordance with international laws and agreements,” noting that “this government has worked on important strategic projects in the field of clean energy, the extraction of associated gas, and other areas related to the green economy.”[/size]
[size=45]He stated, "This requires international support in its various fields to support its efforts and to enable it to move forward in implementing national policies and strategies on both sides of mitigating and adapting to the negative effects of climate change."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi said, "We have placed the implementation of the objectives of the National Strategy for Education and General and Higher Education for the year 2030, at the top of our priorities, and the most important of these goals is to increase the enrollment rate in schools to reach (100%), improve the quality of public and higher education, and develop technologies and educational technology."[/size]
[size=45]He spoke about "the launch of the National Initiative for Early Childhood Development, which covers a period of 10 years," stressing "Iraq's firm stance towards the Palestinian cause and the Palestinian people's right to exercise their legitimate rights, and respect for the historical status of Jerusalem and its sanctities."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi also affirmed Iraq's keenness "on the unity and integrity of the Syrian territories, and we support the conduct of political talks between all Syrian parties, and support the efforts of the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General of the United Nations."[/size]
[size=45]He pointed out that "regional crises and wars have consequences for all countries of the world, and that peoples always pay the price for these wars."[/size]
[size=45]Al-Kazemi went on to emphasize "the need to find sustainable peaceful solutions to regional and international crises through dialogue, and not to resort to the use of force."[/size]
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