By John Lee.
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani has launched the country's National Development Plan (NDP) 2024-2028.
In what the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) describes as "a significant step toward advancing Iraq's development agenda," the plan was a collaboration between the UNDP and Iraq's Ministry of Planning with the support of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
The UNDP statement continued:
"This landmark initiative underscores USAID and UNDP's commitment to supporting Iraq's sustainable development goals, setting a strategic direction for Iraq's growth over the coming years. The plan aims to boost the economy, improve infrastructure, and enhance social services. It also advances environmental conservation and sustainable resource management ...
"The partnership between the Ministry of Planning, UNDP, and USAID demonstrates a unified commitment not only to drive immediate progress, but also to lay the foundation for long-term prosperity and stability in Iraq."
Dr. Muhammad Ali Tamim, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, said:
"Today, the National Development Plan 2024-2028 comes to establish a developmental path based on a different vision that relies on utilizing the available capabilities of the state and the private sector, acquiring knowledge in its technical and scientific development, and building a social market economy system while adopting permanent reform policies and enhancing international cooperation paths.
"We extend our sincere gratitude to our international partners for their unlimited support, especially the United Nations Development Program and the United States Agency for International Development, as well as representatives of civil society organizations and the private sector."
Auke Lootsma, UNDP Iraq Resident Representative, said:
"The launch of the National Development Plan is a testament to the collaborative spirit of our partnership with the Ministry of Planning and USAID. This plan will serve as a blueprint for Iraq's future, and we are committed to supporting the Iraqi government in achieving these ambitious goals and ensuring a better future for all Iraqis."
Erin Mone-Marquez USAID/Iraq's Acting Mission Director, said:
"USAID is proud to support the development and implementation of Iraq's National Development Plan. Our partnership with the Ministry of Planning and UNDP is vital in driving these efforts forward to ensure that the benefits reach every corner of Iraq."
(Sources: UNDP; Office of the Prime Minister)
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