Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq
Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq

Author: David M. Walker

Publisher: DIANE Publishing Inc.

Published: 2007-08

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 9781422315477

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Discuses some of the systemic conditions in Iraq that contribute to the fraud, waste, or abuse of U.S.-provided funds. Since 2003, the Dept. of Defense (DoD) has reported total costs of about $257.5 billion for military operations in Iraq; these have increased from about $38.8 billion in FY2003 to about $83.4 in FY2006. The largest increase has been in operation & maintenance expenses. This report focuses on: (1) security; (2) management & reporting of the program to train & equip Iraqi security forces; (3) contracting & contract management activities; & (4) Iraqi capacity & commitment to manage & fund reconstruction & security efforts. Charts & tables.

Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq
Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq

Author: Joseph A. Christoff

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2009-02

Total Pages: 47

ISBN-13: 1437908985

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Iraq has an estimated 115 billion barrels of crude oil reserves, the third largest in the world. Oil export revenues are critical to Iraq¿s reconstruction, accounting for over 90% of the Iraqi government¿s revenues. In June 2008, the author reported low 2007 spending rates by the Iraqi gov¿t. for some critical sectors in the face of declining U.S. investments in these sectors. This report examines: (1) Iraq¿s estimated revenues from 2005 through 2008; (2) Iraq¿s estimated expenditures from 2005 through 2008; (3) Iraq¿s financial deposits through 2007 and budget surpluses; (4) U.S. cumulative expenditures on stabilization and reconstruction activities in Iraq since 2003; and (5) factors affecting Iraq¿s efforts to accelerate spending. Charts and tables.

Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq
Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq

Author: David M. Walker

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 100

ISBN-13: 9781422319468

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Public Law 110-28 requires a report to Congress by Sept. 1, 2007, on whether or not the gov¿t. of Iraq has met 18 benchmarks contained in the Act, & the status of the achievement of these benchmarks. The benchmarks stem from commitments first articulated by the Iraqi gov¿t. in June 2006. In comparison, the Act requires the admin. to report in July & Sept. 2007 on whether satisfactory progress is being made toward meeting the benchmarks, not whether the benchmarks have been met. The author reviewed gov¿t. documents & interviewed officials from U.S. agencies, the U.N.; & the gov¿t. of Iraq. He also made multiple visits to Iraq during 2006 & 2007. This analyses was enhanced by 100 Iraq-related audits that have been completed since May `03.

Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq: Iraqi Revenues, Expenditures, and Surplus
Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq: Iraqi Revenues, Expenditures, and Surplus

Author: Joseph A. Christoff

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2009-03

Total Pages: 16

ISBN-13: 1437910025

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Iraq has an estimated 115 billion barrels of crude oil reserves -- the third largest in the world. Oil export revenues are critical to Iraq¿s economy, accounting for over half of the country¿s gross domestic product and over 90% of revenues. This testimony discusses: (1) Iraq¿s estimated revenues from 2005 through 2008; (2) Iraq¿s estimated expenditures from 2005 through 2008; (3) Iraq¿s financial deposits through 2007 and budget surpluses; and (4) U.S. cumulative expenditures on stabilization and reconstruction activities in Iraq since 2003. Charts and tables.

Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq: Actions Needed to Address Inadequate Accountability Over U. S. Efforts and Investments
Stabilizing and Rebuilding Iraq: Actions Needed to Address Inadequate Accountability Over U. S. Efforts and Investments

Author: David M. Walker

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2008-08

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1437902693

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Since 2001, Congress has appropriated nearly $700 billion for the global war on terrorism. The majority of these funds have supported U.S. efforts in Iraq. Congressional oversight is crucial to improve performance, ensure accountability, and protect U.S. programs from fraud, waste, and abuse. Since 2003, there have been nearly 130 Iraq-related reports and testimonies. This testimony addresses: (1) factors contributing to poor contracting outcomes and accountability; (2) long-standing issues in the Dept. of Defense¿s management and oversight of contractors supporting deployed forces; and (3) efforts to improve the capacity of the Iraqi government Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.

Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq: Progress Report
Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq: Progress Report

Author: Gene L. Dodaro

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2009-02

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 1437906931

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Since 2001, Congress has appropriated about $640 billion for the global war on terrorism, the majority of this for operations in Iraq. In Jan. 2007, the Pres. announced ¿The New Way Forward¿ to stem violence in Iraq and enable the Iraqi gov¿t. to foster national reconciliation. This new strategy established goals and objectives to achieve over 12 to 18 months, or by July 2008. This report discusses progress in meeting key goals in ¿The New Way Forward¿: (1) improve security conditions; (2) develop capable Iraqi security forces and help the Iraqi gov¿t.; (3) enact key legislation; (4) spend capital budgets; and (5) provide essential services. Also discusses U.S. strategies for Iraq. Includes recommendations. Charts and tables.

Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq: Progress Report: Some Gains Made, Updated Strategy Needed
Securing, Stabilizing, and Rebuilding Iraq: Progress Report: Some Gains Made, Updated Strategy Needed

Author: Gene L. Dodaro

Publisher: DIANE Publishing

Published: 2009-02

Total Pages: 21

ISBN-13: 1437908411

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In Jan. 2007, the Pres. announced a new U.S. strategy to stem the violence in Iraq and help the Iraqi gov¿t. foster conditions for national reconciliation. In ¿The New Way Forward,¿ the Admin. articulated near-term goals to achieve over a 12- to 18-month period and reasserted the end state for Iraq: a unified, democratic, federal Iraq that can govern, defend, and sustain itself and is an ally in the war on terror. To support this strategy, the U.S. increased its military presence and financial commitments for Iraq operations. This testimony discusses: (1) progress in meeting key security, legislative, and economic goals of ¿The New Way Forward¿; and (2) past and current U.S. strategies for Iraq and the need for an updated strategy. Illus.