Federal government of Iraq
The federal government of Iraq is defined under the current Constitution, approved in 2005, as an Islamic,[1] democratic, federal parliamentary republic.[2] The federal government is composed of the executive, legislative, and judicial branches, as well as numerous independent commissions.
Independent commissions and institutions[edit]
The Independent High Commission for Human Rights, the Independent High Electoral Commission, and the Commission on Integrity are independent commissions subject to monitoring by the Council of Representatives.[22] The Central Bank of Iraq, the Board of Supreme Audit, the Communications and Media Commission, and the Endowment Commission are financially and administratively independent institutions.[23] The Foundation of Martyrs is attached to the Council of Ministers.[24] The Federal Public Service Council regulates the affairs of the federal public service, including appointment and promotion.[25]