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Ministry of Interior Transfers National ID Data to Election Commission in Baghdad

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Rafidayn 24 News Editorial Team Nov 12, 2026
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Ministry of Interior Transfers National ID Data to Election Commission in Baghdad

The Ministry of Interior announced on Thursday the completion of transferring the textual data of the national ID for Baghdad province to the Independent High Electoral Commission. The ministry explained that this step is part of strengthening institutional cooperation and integrating national efforts to ensure the success of upcoming constitutional entitlements, achieving the highest levels of accuracy and reliability in official databases. The data will be officially adopted as the primary database for updating the voter registry and organizing the upcoming electoral process. This procedure comes in implementation of the directives of the Prime Minister and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, with the ministry reaffirming its commitment to supporting the democratic process and providing all logistical and technical requirements for state institutions. The transfer took place during an extensive meeting attended by the Minister of Interior, several general directors, concerned officers, and a delegation from the Independent High Electoral Commission. A joint committee was also formed between the Civil Status Directorate, Passports and Residency, and the Electoral Commission to monitor the procedures and ensure the delivery of data for all provinces using modern technical and professional frameworks. The ministry confirmed its ongoing dedication to utilizing its technical and administrative capabilities to provide the best services to citizens, while appreciating the commission's praise for the exceptional efforts of the Civil Status Directorate and Passports and Residency staff in accomplishing this significant national task.