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December 26, 2025 Sustainable Development Goals
The Government of Iraq and the United Nations have agreed on a new Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework for the period 2025–2029.
The signing took place in the presence of Iraq's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Planning, Mohamed Ali Tamim, and the UN Secretary-General's Special Representative in Iraq, Mohamed Al-Hassan. The document was signed by Dr. Tamim on behalf of the government and Ghulam Mohammad Isaczai, Deputy Special Representative of the Secretary-General and UN Coordinator in Iraq.
Let us recall that the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) will complete its work On December 31, 2025, 22 years after its creation. From 2026, the Organization's country team will continue its work.
The new program covers four key areas: expanding access to education, healthcare, and social services; stimulating economic growth and job creation, including support for youth, women, and green initiatives; environmental protection and adaptation to climate change; and strengthening governance, the rule of law, and social cohesion.
Speaking at the ceremony, Tamim noted that the new partnership reflects Iraq's desire to build a prosperous future and to join forces with the UN to achieve national goals and implement Agenda 2030.
In his speech, Mohamed Al-Hassan emphasized that the signing of the agreement symbolizes the transition of relations between Iraq and the UN from supporting political stability to long-term cooperation in sustainable development. Ghulam Isaczai, for his part, stated that the document opens a new chapter of cooperation following the completion of the mandate of the UN Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) and the winding down of humanitarian operations. The focus will now be on providing high-quality technical and expert support.
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