UN General Assembly
2007

consequences of international resolutions, especially those relating to its weapons programme and its invasion of the brotherly State of Kuwait. Those resolutions, which were exploited by the previous regime for political gain, have caused much damage to our infrastructure, service sector and education and health systems. Our people are looking to the international community for help in repairing that damage and lifting the heavy burdens of debt and reparation. The Iraqi people will remember the countries that made sacrifices and stood alongside them in bringing down the dictator’s regime. They will remember those who helped them during the transition to a democratic and pluralistic federal system. Moreover, they will always respect and appreciate the countries and Governments that support their political process and participate in the reconstruction process. Our efforts, in partnership with the international community, to achieve economic progress and social justice culminated in success with the signing of the International Compact with Iraq and the implementation of its provisions. That document represents a new stage in the development of balanced relationships between Iraq and other Governments