The President of the Republic, Nizar Amedi, emphasized on Friday (June 5, 2026) the critical importance of supporting initiatives aimed at protecting the environment and advancing sustainable development in the country. In an official statement marking World Environment Day, he
stated that building a strong and stable nation is intrinsically linked to ensuring a safe and healthy environment for its citizens, affirming that Iraq's future begins with preserving its natural resources. President Amedi added that Iraq's cultural heritage and vast
natural wealth necessitate a shared national responsibility to safeguard these resources, calling for the transformation of environmental protection into a daily culture and a collaborative national project involving both state institutions and society.