Iraqi cabinet approves 2026–2029 government program

BAGHDAD, Iraq — The Iraqi Council of Ministers has approved its government program covering the period 2026 to 2029, according to an official statement. The program includes a package of legislation and 139 priorities distributed across 14 main sectors, covering education, health, energy, infrastructure, water, industry, agriculture, investment, finance, security, digital transformation, environment, social policy and public administration. The government said the program aims to improve the quality of public services, accelerate economic development and strengthen anti-corruption mechanisms. It also instructed the relevant ministries and agencies to prepare annual action plans, set performance indicators and submit regular progress reports to ensure implementation. The cabinet was formed following the presidential election, and the legislation package is expected to be reviewed and enacted by parliament. No further details on the timeline for parliamentary debate were immediately available.