The UN Security Council renews its support for Iraq’s effort for recovery, stability and reconstruction


The United Nations Security Council on Monday (01 July 2019) renewed its support for Iraq's efforts in recovery, stability, reconstruction and reconciliation to meet the needs of all Iraqis.

"Members of the Council have paid a visit, the first of its kind in the period from 28 to 29 June, to the States of Iraq and Kuwait," the council said in a statement.

The statement praised "the continued support of the Government of Kuwait in its efforts to achieve stability and prosperity." He noted "the challenges facing Iraq in the transition to a post-conflict environment, including the provision of basic services."

Council members stressed "the need for economic reform, attracting more investment into the interior, and regional economic integration to better address the aspirations and concerns of the Iraqi people."

"During the visit, the members of the Security Council discussed the humanitarian situation in Iraq and stressed the importance of a safe, dignified and voluntary return to all internally displaced persons affected by the conflict, including in areas liberated from a sympathetic organization," and stressed their support for the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq And the head of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (Jenin Hines Blachart).

"Members of the Security Council stressed the importance of supporting the efforts of the UN investigation team to enhance accountability for crimes committed by the Da'ash organization under resolution 2379 (2017), with full respect for Iraq's sovereignty and jurisdiction over crimes committed on its territory," the statement said.

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