The meeting discussed that such a mechanism could serve as an important instrument to enhance stability and peaceful resolution of conflict, and enable all stakeholders to discuss and seek common solutions to outstanding issues. Further meetings including representation at the local level in the coming period were encouraged.
 

“UNAMI welcomes this important meeting and stands ready to continue facilitating dialogue and promoting negotiated agreements between all parties, especially at these challenging times”, said the Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Iraq, Mr. Ad Melkert.
 

The meeting was facilitated by SRSG Ad Melkert and attended by Dr. Rowsch Shawis, Deputy Prime Minister, Mr. Hassan Al-Sunaid and Dr. Salman Al-Jumaili.