PM Al-Sudani Highlights Iraq’s Stability and Reframed Ties with International Coalition

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Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani used a gathering of tribal leaders in Baghdad to stress that Iraq’s relationship with the U.S.-led International Coalition is shifting into a new phase that reflects Iraq’s stronger position compared to 2014.

Speaking at the guesthouse of Sheikh Saad Abdulwahid Majid Al-Khalifa, Al-Sudani praised the historic role of Iraqi tribes in resisting terrorism and preserving unity. He said the government views tribes as “pillars of stability and essential partners in state-building,” and called on them to play an active role in the upcoming parliamentary elections.

New Phase with the Coalition

The Prime Minister highlighted Iraq’s improved security and institutional strength, underscoring that the country no longer faces the existential threats of a decade ago.

“Reframing the relationship with the International Coalition does not mean severing ties with the international community. Iraq today is not what it was in 2014,” Al-Sudani said.

He pointed to the withdrawal plan agreed with Washington, which will see the coalition’s military mission in Iraq end by September 2025 and nearly all U.S. troops depart step by step until the end of 2026. A smaller contingent will remain for advisory and logistical purposes, marking a transition from combat operations to partnership.

Security and Development

Al-Sudani credited Iraq’s current stability to the sacrifices of security forces and the people, but cautioned that sustainable development requires security, rule of law, and curbing corruption. He stressed that the Supreme Religious Authority’s guidance continues to shape both state and society.

The Prime Minister also outlined progress on reforms and reconstruction, from Basra to Mosul, and said Baghdad has received a large share of projects after years of neglect and terrorism. He underlined the Development Road Project as Iraq’s flagship initiative, positioning the country as a vital economic corridor for the region.

“‘Iraq First’ is not just a slogan,” Al-Sudani said. “It is a practical, national, and moral duty. 

With more than $100 billion in foreign and Arab investments and the presence of major international companies, Al-Sudani said Iraq is proving itself a reliable partner on the regional and global stage.