The Minister of Water Resources emphasized the ministry's commitment to enhancing diplomatic and technical relations with upstream countries to secure Iraq's fair water shares and protect its strategic water reserves. During a press conference marking his assumption of office, the minister explained that the water issue represents a sovereign priority closely linked to the country's food and environmental security. He outlined the ministry's plans to establish direct communication channels, in coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to ensure the sustainability of water resources and infrastructure development, while commending previous foundational efforts in managing this vital sector and its challenges.