Annual Abstract of Statistics 2004

IN THE NAME OF GOD, THE COMPASSIONATE, THE MERCIFUL

I am pleased to present the 2004 Annual Abstract of Statistics. This publication is a comprehensive compendium of data covering the economic and social life of Iraqi society. The publication is of critical importance timely and reliable data is essential for sound evidence-based policymaking and the effective monitoring and evaluation of central and provincial government policies.


The 2004 Annual Abstract of Statistics comes at a time when we are building democratic institutions found on transparency, accountability and constructive dialogue. Statistics plays on important role in this new era because the foundation of any democratic system is access to reliable information.

On behalf of the Central Organization for Statistics and Information Technology I would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all those who participated in producing this high quality publication .
 

Dr. Barham A. Salih
Minister of Planning And
Development Cooperation

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