Rashid: Security and stability is the cornerstone of development in the country

Baghdad - INA

President of the Republic Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid stressed today, Thursday, that security stability represents the cornerstone of the country's development.

The media office of the President of the Republic stated, in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), that "the President of the Republic, Abdul Latif Jamal Rashid, stressed during his reception of the Minister of Interior, Abdul Amir Al-Shammari and his accompanying delegation, at the Baghdad Palace, that security stability represents the cornerstone of development and political and economic stability in the country."

The President of the Republic pointed out that "protecting the security of citizens is a duty and a shared responsibility that requires more cooperation and coordination between security institutions and agencies."

He explained that "during the meeting, the security file and the measures taken to control the borders, confront the existing challenges in light of the developments in the region, and the efforts made by the ministry and its formations to control internal security were discussed."

He pointed out that "the Presidency of the Republic, based on its role in promoting justice and implementing the principles of the Constitution and the law, contributed to the release of approximately (15) thousand detainees whose sentences had ended," stressing "the importance of adopting human rights standards in prisons and detention centers."

The President of the Republic called for "combined efforts to reduce the spread of drugs in society, and joint work to raise awareness among all groups of their social dangers."

The Minister of Interior appreciated "the President's continuous support for the Ministry and its staff," explaining "the Ministry's efforts to develop its security plans and strategies in order to keep pace with current challenges and enhance security throughout the country."