Al-Hakim, US Chargé d’Affaires hold talks on bilateral and regional issues

BAGHDAD — Ammar Al-Hakim, head of Al-Hikma Movement, met Tuesday with Joshua Harris, the U.S. chargé d’affaires in Baghdad, to discuss Iraq’s political landscape and regional developments, as well as ways to enhance bilateral relations.

According to a statement from Al-Hakim’s media office, the meeting, held at Al-Hakim’s Baghdad office, focused on strengthening ties between Iraq and the United States “in a way that serves the interests of all parties.”

Al-Hakim emphasized Iraq’s commitment to fulfilling its constitutional obligations on schedule, stating, “Iraq is moving forward with completing its constitutional entitlements in accordance with the timelines.” He also called on all parties to support the will of the Iraqi people in setting the country’s priorities, particularly in areas such as public services, the economy, and climate challenges.

He highlighted the significance of the recent parliamentary elections, saying they sent “positive messages” through high voter turnout. Al-Hakim added that “supporting Iraq’s stability contributes to the stability of the region.”

Iraq held its parliamentary elections on November 11, 2025, to elect all 329 members of the Council of Representatives, the legislature that chooses the president and influences the appointment of the prime minister.

Official results show the Reconstruction and Development Coalition led by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani won 46 seats, but no party or coalition secured a majority. Forming a government will require alliances and compromises among several blocs.

Iraq’s president issued a decree today calling the new parliament into its first session on Dec. 29, in the latest formal step after the Federal Supreme Court ratified the final results of the Nov. 11 parliamentary elections. Meanwhile, he Independent High Electoral Commission announced that Amer Al-Fayez, a member of parliament representing Basra, will preside over the first session of Iraq’s new legislative term as the oldest elected member.