We hope that the lessons learned in the January election and the referendum will enable them to perform even better.

The curriculum will be in line with that of any other advanced country.

Security was very good at the (constitutional) referendum in October and they have built on that.

Palestinians were promised their state. Originally they were the owners of the entire area.

The electoral process is a work in progress.

Yes, we are concerned.

We would hope for an improved security environment because otherwise many people who may wish to participate would be deterred.

The results of the referendum have indicated the degree of political polarization in Iraq.

As far as international observers are concerned, unfortunately the security situation has acted as a deterrent.