Al-Zaidi targets ‘intermediary companies’ in defense industry contracts
Arab News ·
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi has mandated the Defense Industries Commission to engage directly with manufacturing companies for defense contracts, aiming to eliminate intermediary firms that reportedly fund armed factions and contribute to corruption. This policy shift seeks greater transparency in government procurement and is part of Al-Zaidi's broader initiative to redefine the relationship between state institutions and armed groups, amidst rising tensions over the economic influence of these factions.