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Iraq: Country no longer a threat to global stability says president
(AKI) - Iraq no longer poses a threat to international peace and security and has successfully promoted reconciliation, strengthened security and improved relations with its neighbours, President Jalal Talabani said late on Thursday."The initiative of reconciliation and national dialogue launched by the Iraqi Government draws its strength from the heritage of the Iraqi people which rendered great services to humanity," said Talabani. He was addressing the United Nations General Assembly in New York. National reconciliation has halted sectarian killings, security has improved across the country, thousands of displaced families have returned to their homes and building and infrastructure projects are underway, Taliban said. Importantly, Iraqi troops have also been replacing multinational forces in many parts of Iraq, most recently in Anbar province, he noted. The Iraqi government acknowledges that much work remains to be done, Talabani said, urging continued support for the war-torn nation, especially from neighbouring countries. Posted by: Fred 2008-09-27 |
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