PM: Government departments to enhance work for the success of the Arab Summit
PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani directed government departments on Tuesday to enhance work and coordination to ensure the success of the Arab Summit.
Al-Sudani chaired a meeting on Tuesday to follow up on the final preparations and arrangements for hosting the Arab Summit as well as the Economic and Development Summit, scheduled to take place this Saturday in the capital, Baghdad, according to a statement by the PM's Media Office - received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
The Prime Minister was briefed on the security, administrative, and logistical plans, highlighting "the smooth execution of the summit."
He reviewed the organizational and technical aspects aimed at "ensuring proper reception and optimal coordination throughout the summit proceedings."
PM Al-Sudani directed "all state institutions and departments to enhance work and coordination, each within its area of responsibility, to ensure the successful organization of this significant event, which highlights Iraq's pivotal and active role among Arab and regional countries."
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