The IHEC has announced that more than 28 million Iraqis, or 60.7% of the population, are eligible to vote in the upcoming October 2025 parliamentary elections. This includes almost one million voters who have recently turned 18. The eligibility is much higher than previous elections, with significant numbers in Baghdad’s Rusafa district and compliance with the Election Law requiring timely elections.
The Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC) of Iraq reported that over 28 million Iraqis, representing 60.7% of the population, are eligible to vote in the upcoming parliamentary elections slated for October 2025. This marks a significant increase from previous elections, with the Rusafa district in Baghdad showing the highest number of eligible voters, followed by districts such as Karkh, Maysan, Nineveh, Anbar, and Dhi Qar.
The IHEC further disclosed that nearly one million Iraqi citizens born in 2007 have now reached the legal voting age of 18. In accordance with the amended Election Law No. 12 of 2018, it is mandated that parliamentary elections be conducted at least 45 days prior to the conclusion of the current legislative term.
For context, the number of eligible voters for the 2021 elections was recorded at 25,139,375, while the figure was 24,352,253 for the 2018 elections. The continually increasing eligibility underscores the growing civic engagement among the Iraqi populace, signifying a maturing democracy.
In summary, the IHEC has confirmed that over 28 million Iraqis are now registered to vote in the forthcoming 2025 parliamentary elections, reflecting an upward trend in voter eligibility. The inclusion of newly eligible voters born in 2007 emphasizes the ongoing evolution of democratic participation in Iraq, alongside adherence to electoral regulations and timelines established in previous election laws.
Original Source: shafaq.com
