Baghdad – INA
National State Forces Alliance leader Ammar al-Hakim on Wednesday reaffirmed his full support for the government in implementing its program, while stressing the importance of national unity and cohesion within the Coordination Framework alliance.
Speaking during an Eid prayer sermon, monitored by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), al-Hakim said Iraq is currently facing major responsibilities and significant opportunities, and requires unified efforts and the protection of social peace. He expressed hope that the remaining cabinet positions would be completed in the coming days, reaffirming his “full support for the government in implementing its program.”
Al-Hakim stated that the government of Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has, since its formation, been responsible for reinforcing a positive public and political perception, particularly regarding the economic file, which he described as the government’s top priority in terms of reform and achievement.
He added that the economic challenges facing Iraq and the wider region require “a different approach that is bolder, more realistic, and future-oriented.”
Al-Hakim noted that regional tensions and international instability have affected the global economy, adding that Iraq is part of this landscape. He said the situation requires strengthening financial reform plans, developing infrastructure, and securing strategic alternatives to support the national economy and safeguard financial stability.
“The current phase requires building more flexible economic and financial protection mechanisms that enhance the state’s ability to confront regional and international changes and shield the national economy from potential shocks and fluctuations,” he said.
He stressed that economic diversification is no longer a postponed option but a national necessity, adding that building a modern economy depends not only on traditional resources but also on investment in knowledge, technology, digital transformation, and support for young talent and national expertise in order to enhance Iraq’s competitiveness and create a more sustainable economy.
Al-Hakim said strong nations build their economies on diversified resources, investment, and production, while transforming human potential into real opportunities for growth and development. He emphasized that economic reform cannot be achieved without protecting public funds, combating corruption, enhancing efficiency and integrity, and developing state institutions.
“Real reform is not achieved through slogans and ideas alone, but through serious work and sound governance,” he said.
He also underscored the importance of supporting Iraqi farmers, accelerating the payment of their dues, and providing an environment conducive to agricultural production, describing food security as a pillar of national security.
Al-Hakim further pointed to citizens’ ongoing suffering over electricity shortages, particularly during the summer months, calling for intensified efforts to address bottlenecks, improve supply hours, and adopt fair and transparent mechanisms for energy distribution among provinces.
On the political front, al-Hakim said political stability is an essential foundation for any reform or development project, urging national political forces to prioritize wisdom, dialogue, and understanding, and to avoid rhetoric that fuels division and tension.
“Political differences are natural and can be a source of strength when managed responsibly,” he said, stressing that all parties must remain committed to the higher national interest and place Iraq above all other considerations.
He added that Iraq “cannot be built through domination, polarization, or division,” but rather through national partnership, respect for diversity, and the consolidation of a modern and just state in which all citizens feel a sense of belonging and responsibility.
Al-Hakim also stressed the importance of maintaining national unity and preserving cohesion within the Coordination Framework, which he said emerged from “a mature political will and an awareness of the responsibility to preserve the country’s stability under highly sensitive and complex circumstances.”
Addressing regional developments, al-Hakim said the region is in greater need of wisdom than ever before and called for prioritizing dialogue over war and escalation in order to build fair and stable solutions that ensure rights, security, and stability.
“Iraq and the peoples of the region have paid a heavy price because of wars and conflicts,” he said, adding that there is a moral and national responsibility to support every path that distances societies from tension and conflict and brings them closer to stability and mutual understanding.
He reaffirmed Iraq’s firm position on respecting the sovereignty of states and rejecting the use of Iraqi territory as a launchpad for attacks or threats against neighboring countries or regional stability.
“Iraq seeks to be a factor of stability, balance, and cooperation, not an arena for conflict or the settling of scores,” he said.
Al-Hakim also addressed Iraq’s Arab and Islamic neighbors, saying Iraq carries “a message of goodwill, cooperation, and appreciation for الجميع,” and believes that regional stability can only be achieved through shared responsibility and the building of bridges between peoples and states.
He concluded by emphasizing that Iraq’s security and stability are a shared national responsibility involving state institutions, political forces, social elites, and responsible national media, in a way that strengthens trust, protects social peace, and prevents attempts to destabilize the country.
Al-Hakim also stressed the need to support Iraq’s security institutions, including the army, police, Popular Mobilization Forces, and Peshmerga forces, while enhancing their capabilities to continue combating terrorism, organized crime, drug trafficking, and all threats targeting the security of society and the future of its people.