Minister of Finance, Faleh Sari, met with the US Chargé d'Affaires in Iraq, Joshua Harris, to discuss ways to support economic reform and develop financial cooperation between the two nations. According to an official statement by the Ministry of Finance, the meeting emphasized strengthening partnerships with American financial institutions. The Minister highlighted that the government has placed the economic file at the forefront of its agenda, noting that the upcoming phase will witness radical economic and financial reforms in coordination with state institutions and international partners. He also revealed a governmental plan to shift towards program-based budgeting to enhance spending efficiency. In turn, the US Chargé d'Affaires reaffirmed his country's commitment to supporting the Iraqi government in overcoming financial challenges and achieving sustainable economic prosperity.