Youth and Sports Minister Safaa al-Kinani on Wednesday to discuss ways to advance the youth and sports sectors and strengthen financial support for projects and programs aimed at developing them.

According to a statement from the Finance Minister's media office, the talks focused on the current situation of youth and sports in Iraq, requirements for upgrading infrastructure and rehabilitating sports facilities, and measures to support youth programs and ensure their continuity.

Sari highlighted investment in youth and sports as an important pillar of community development, stressing that financial resources should be allocated according to actual needs and priorities to ensure projects are completed and their objectives achieved.

For his part, al-Kinani presented the ministry's plans to complete suspended sports projects, improve existing facilities, and introduce activities and programs designed to engage young Iraqis and develop their abilities.

The meeting concluded with an agreement to maintain coordination between the two ministries, follow up on shared priorities, and address challenges hindering the implementation of key projects and programs.