Iraq's prime minister discusses preparations for provincial election with the election commission

Shafaq News/ Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammad Shia al-Sudani on Thursday chaired a meeting with the chairperson and members of the country's elections commission to discuss preparations for the upcoming provincial council election, scheduled to take place at the end of this year under a new law.

According to a statement by al-Sudani's office, the meeting focused on ensuring the transparency and integrity of the elections, emphazing the government's commitment to holding free and fair elections.

The discussions touched upon the commission's obligations under the new law, including the designated date, verification centers, and the commission's need for logistic support to carry out necessary contracts related to the election process, such as ballot cards and other materials.

The prime minister reiterated the government's full support for the commission's work in preparing for the upcoming provincial council elections and ensuring their success.

The statement quoted the Iraqi Prime Minister as saying that all governors would be directed to provide support to the commission, in order to assist in the success of this democratic process.