Plasschaert: Iraq has an excellent opportunity for rapid progress towards development

Baghdad-INA 

The Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations in Iraq, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert, confirmed today, Friday, that Iraq has an excellent opportunity for rapid progress towards development.

Plasschaert said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "As the end of the year approaches, we usually evaluate the events of the past year and what was achieved in it, as we look forward and think about what we hope to do better in the next year.".

She added, "There is no denying that 2022 was a difficult year for Iraq, but as the year drew to a close, government institutions were able to resume their duties, giving Iraq a great opportunity to embark on the path of stability and progress.".

Plasschaert continued, "In this spirit, and for the sake of future generations, let us all work together in 2023 and beyond to address the multiple challenges Iraq faces, while ensuring a public space for dialogue, human rights, and fundamental freedoms.".

She pointed out that "the country, with its rich cultural, ethnic and religious heritage, as well as its geography and untapped resources, has great potential and is supported by political stability and stable revenues, and if opportunities are already seized, then Iraq has an excellent opportunity for rapid progress towards sustainable development, and in this case the future A promise awaits the Iraqi people, who have overcome many adversities.”