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Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi held a meeting with the head and members of the Kurdistan Democratic Party bloc in the House of Representatives to discuss several joint issues, including services and the relationship between the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government, as well as items in the draft federal general budget law for 2027. Al-Zaidi emphasized the continuation of efforts to combat corruption, pursue those involved, and dry up its sources, alongside addressing economic issues and increasing non-oil revenues. He also highlighted the plan to boost oil production to strengthen state resources and support development. He stressed the necessity for the House of Representatives to fulfill its legislative and oversight roles by approving essential laws, affirming the government's commitment to securing the salaries of regional employees on par with their counterparts in other ministries and provinces, and working on defining a clear economic identity for Iraq based on a developmental vision. Meanwhile, the head of the Kurdistan Democratic Party bloc, Shakhwan Abdullah, confirmed the bloc's support for government reform policies, noting the region's commitment to the constitution and laws to ensure social justice, and appreciating the prime minister's stance on securing the region's rights in line with other provinces.
