Baghdad, Iraq – The Iraqi parliament voted to dismiss Haider Makkiya from his position as head of the National Investment Commission.
Files related to the commission’s work were also referred to the Integrity Commission.
This move is part of parliamentary oversight and monitoring of the performance of government institutions.
Parliamentary vote on exemption
The Iraqi parliament announced its approval of the dismissal of Haider Makkiya,
head of the National Investment Commission, following a vote during a formal session.
It also decided to refer the relevant files to the Integrity Commission for legal action and investigation.
No official statement was immediately issued regarding the nature of the referred files,
nor were the detailed reasons for the parliament’s decision announced.
Referring the files to the Integrity Commission
The decision to refer the files to the Integrity Commission falls within the oversight powers exercised by the Iraqi Parliament.
The Commission is responsible for investigating cases related to combating corruption
and protecting public funds, and for taking legal action in accordance with applicable laws.
The Integrity Commission is expected to begin reviewing the referred files
to determine whether they warrant opening formal investigations.
Furthermore, legal action may be taken against the entities or individuals involved.
Parliamentary oversight of government institutions
The decision reflects the continued efforts of the Iraqi Council of Representatives
to monitor the performance of executive institutions and strengthen oversight and accountability mechanisms,
especially in sectors related to investment and management of economic projects.
The Iraqi street is awaiting the results of the Integrity Commission’s investigations during the coming period.
It is also awaited whether it will lead to additional measures
or the disclosure of new details related to the files of the National Investment Authority,
in light of continuing governmental and parliamentary efforts to enhance transparency and combat corruption.
