Iraqi Parliament Deputy Speaker confirms no obstacles to oil exports from Kurdistan Region
Abdullah emphasized that there was broad consensus on the necessity of amending the budget law to address outstanding issues. Still, he clarified that no existing problems are hindering the region’s oil exports.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — Shakhawan Abdullah, the Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament, assured the public during a press conference on Sunday that there are currently no obstacles to oil exports from the Kurdistan Region.
Abdullah emphasized that there was broad consensus on the necessity of amending the budget law to address outstanding issues. Still, he clarified that no existing problems are hindering the region’s oil exports.
Looking ahead, Abdullah expressed that the main goal for the future of oil exports is to resolve ongoing salary payment issues, ensuring they do not become a daily concern for the region’s people.
He also highlighted Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani's commitment. He assured the parliament that this year would not mirror the challenges of the previous one. "I will support the delegation from both sides," al-Sudani said, indicating strong support for efforts to streamline the process.
This development follows the Iraqi Parliament's approval of a key amendment to the federal budget law on Sunday. This crucial step will allow oil exports from the Kurdistan Region to resume.
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