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00:01We agreed on this program with the aim of bringing an end to the mission of the international coalition,
00:06which some believe represents a form of occupation.
00:0986 countries are present on Iraqi soil under which pretext?
00:13There is no longer Daesh, Islamic State.
00:16There is security or stability. Praise be to God.
00:19A few days ago, we were touring Wadi Horan in our convoy.
00:23Give me a justification for the presence of 86 countries.
00:26This coalition was formed in 2014, but now Iraq is a sovereign, stable state with investments.
00:33There is no longer such a thing as an international coalition to combat Daesh terrorism in Iraq and Syria.
00:40That was in 2014.
00:42This is logical talk, and everyone agrees on it.
00:45Therefore, we move towards ending that mission and establishing bilateral security relations instead.
00:50Nevertheless, we are proceeding with the agreement that was concluded or announced between Iraq and the United States
00:58to end the mission of the international coalition in stages, with a final phase due in September 2026.
01:04At that time, there will definitely be a clear program to eliminate all forms of weaponry outside the state institutions.
01:11This is everyone's demand.
01:13All political forces are discussing this, not just some.
01:18They, the end of the international coalition mission and the existence of illegal weapons, are linked.
01:24Certainly, yes.
01:25This is a political agreement to end any manifestations of presence that could give the impression of occupation or illegal existence.
01:32Once that justification ends, there will no longer be any reason for anyone to hold weapons outside the framework of the state.
01:39There are official security institutions.
01:42Either you join them or you pursue political work.
01:45We will not allow any party to drag Iraq into the furnace of conflicts and wars.
01:50Iraq is clear in its stance on preserving its security and stability,
01:54and that the decision of peace and war is in the hands of state institutions.
01:58No entity will be allowed to involve Iraq in wars or conflicts.
02:02I can say that this stage is the clearest in the history of relations between Iraq and the United States.
02:07Firstly, we have agreed that the mission of the international coalition has ended.
02:12That was a security aspect, which usually defines the nature of relations between Iraq and the United States,
02:18and now we are seeking to change that.
02:21In the economic sphere, this is the first phase that witnesses a clear, intensive, and qualitative entry of American companies into Iraq.
02:29We are preparing for the largest contract in the history of the Iraqi state with GE to produce 24,000 megawatts,
02:37or the equivalent to Iraq's entire current electricity production.
02:41This is the biggest project in Iraq's history, and it will be with an American company.
02:45Preparations have begun, agreements made, and a memorandum of principles has already been signed.
02:51We also reached a preliminary agreement with Chevron to invest in four major oil fields in Daikar province,
02:57a very important step, and negotiations are currently ongoing.
03:01Right now, a memorandum of principles has also been signed with ExxonMobil.
03:06The distinctive feature of this agreement is that, for the first time,
03:10we are contracting with a global company for oil development alongside an export system.
03:14Imagine the scale of Western investments when we talk about major companies such as Total, ExxonMobil, and Chevron coming to Iraq.
03:23What does this indicate?
03:25It shows that there is a stable environment and a clear political system
03:28with a transparent governmental policy towards relations with the rest of the world.
03:33We are therefore facing a relationship based on partnership, with no domination or anyone dictating terms.
03:40This is not acceptable.
03:41At the same time, there is no hostility or boycott.
03:45It is a balanced relationship.
03:47It is a partner country, not a sphere of influence.
03:50When we talk about investment and the optimal use of Iraq's oil and gas wealth,
03:55it is not logical that a country producing 4 million barrels of oil a day
03:59still imports petroleum derivatives worth 6 trillions of dinars annually and burns gas,
04:04yet loses $4 to $5 billion per year while importing gas worth another $4 billion.
04:09This was a flawed policy, and this government has created real solution for these issues.
04:16Today, through contract with Total, Crescent Petroleum, a Chinese company, and national efforts,
04:22we have set a timeline.
04:24By the end of 2027, gas flaring will end, and Iraq will declare self-sufficiency in gas.
04:30These are important and much-needed reforms.
04:33There is no written or verbal agreement, neither during my appointment nor during my government's time,
04:39preventing me from running in the elections.
04:41And certainly, if such a request were made, I would reject it outright.
04:46I have political work, and I am continuing with it.
04:49The second term is not a personal ambition, but a goal, a goal to complete the path we have started.
04:56Everyone who participates in elections does so to win and reach decision-making positions
05:00to implement their programs and promises to voters.
05:04For us, we have tangible achievements, as you mentioned.
05:08Today, our accomplishments are visible in every sector and every province.
05:13Naturally, we seek to continue this path of development.
05:16So, you aim for a second term?
05:20Yes, certainly.
05:23We aim to complete the journey and form a government that continues what this one began.
05:27I believe these elections will witness broader participation,
05:31due to the participation from young people,
05:34the youth who believe their future lies in continuing this approach.
05:38We are talking about a government that has started to address the concerns and hardships
05:42of this crucial demographic, which represents 60% of the population.
05:46This is a very great example.
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