In politics and international relations, trust is placed in institutions and visions that foster stability, rather than in individuals, Consequently, key global capitals—foremost among them Washington—view leaders committed to the state and its institutions as vital partners in forging a stable, sovereign Iraq.
At the heart of this equation stands Judge Faiq Zidan, a loyal national judicial figure whose presence has been inherently linked to the concept of the state and the rule of law during one of the most complex phases in Iraq’s history, Zidan is widely recognized for his deep conviction that Iraq's strength stems from the robustness of its institutions, and that an independent judiciary serves as the ultimate safety valve for protecting the constitutional system and consolidating justice.
Historical experience has demonstrated that lasting stability is achieved only when the state maintains a monopoly on the legitimate use of force and when its lawful institutions are solely responsible for ensuring security and upholding the rule of law ,accordingly, the initiative to confine weapons exclusively to the state's authority represents a fundamental step toward building an institutional state and strengthening its sovereignty, authority, and standing.
Faiq Zidan is seen as the architect of this approach, driven by a national vision that believes Iraq can achieve progress only through a strong and just state, where the rule of law stands above all, and governance is exercised through constitutional institutions rather than through chaos or multiple centers of decision-making.
What also distinguishes this vision is the belief that Iraqi decisions must be independent national decisions, made by Iraqis in accordance with their own best interests, free from external pressures and influence. Iraq, given its size, history, and regional position, deserves to be the master of its own destiny and to build its foreign relations on the basis of balance, mutual interests, and respect for sovereignty.
In light of current challenges, an institutional state remains the safe path to the future, while an independent and effective judiciary remains one of the most important pillars for protecting the state, consolidating justice, and upholding the constitution.
