The head of the Border Ports Authority, Omar Adnan Al-Waeli, confirmed today, Monday, that the Prime Minister, Ali Falih Al-Zaydi, directed to allow the entry of piled-up vegetable shipments at the border crossings.
Al-Waeli stated in a statement received by Al-Fidi News Agency, "I extend my sincere thanks and great appreciation to Prime Minister, Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Ali Falih Al-Zaydi, and the Director of the Commander-in-Chief's Office for their direct concern and diligent directives in addressing the issue of piled-up vegetable shipments at the border crossings and allowing their entry into the country, which contributes to facilitating trade exchange and ensuring the smooth delivery of these crops to local markets."
Al-Waeli added that "this response reflects the Prime Minister's commitment and direct follow-up on issues that affect the lives of citizens and their daily needs, and his interest in overcoming obstacles that may impact market movement and the availability of foodstuffs, especially perishable agricultural crops that require urgent measures to preserve them and ensure their timely delivery to consumers."
Al-Waeli continued, "We renew our full commitment to implementing the Prime Minister's directives and working in coordination with relevant authorities to simplify procedures and address obstacles, in a way that serves the public interest and maintains the flow of trade through our border crossings, in accordance with the applicable regulations and instructions."