Temporary Organization To Facilitate a Strategic Partnership With the Republic of Iraq
May 12, 2010
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: May 7, 2010
Published on: May 12, 2010
May 12, 2010
Signed by: Barack Obama
Signed on: May 7, 2010
Published on: May 12, 2010
Summary
Sets up a temporary office in the Department of State to help the U.S. government and Iraq work together on the economy, culture, and security.
What problem does this solve?
The United States needed a dedicated group to manage the shift from a military presence to a long-term diplomatic partnership with Iraq. This order creates the Iraq Strategic Partnership Office to oversee this transition and handle specific tasks like aid and security programs.
What does this order do?
Establishes the Iraq Strategic Partnership Office (ISPO)
Creates a new temporary office within the Department of State to manage the strategic partnership with the Republic of Iraq.
Coordinates the drawdown of Provincial Reconstruction Teams
Gives the ISPO the job of helping with and organizing the reduction of Provincial Reconstruction Teams in Iraq.
Supports rule of law and police programs
Tasks the new office with supporting and creating a lasting Rule of Law mission in Iraq, which includes the Police Development Program.
Replaces the Iraq Transition Assistance Office (ITAO)
Transfers all remaining duties, staff, and records from the Iraq Transition Assistance Office to the newly created ISPO.
Manages remaining reconstruction funds
Requires the ISPO to finish any remaining tasks related to organizing, watching over, or reporting on money from the Iraq Relief and Reconstruction Fund.
Who does this affect?
- U.S. government agencies operating in Iraq
- The government of the Republic of Iraq
- U.S. diplomatic and military personnel
What is the real world impact?
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Formalizes the shift from military to diplomatic relations
Creates a specific office to manage the changing relationship with Iraq. This moves the focus from military operations to a long-term partnership based on diplomacy, economic ties, and cultural exchange, ensuring continued U.S. influence in the region.
When does this start?
This order went into effect on May 7, 2010, and includes a planned end date for the new office.
Termination of the ISPO
The Iraq Strategic Partnership Office is temporary and will end after the maximum time allowed by law, unless the Secretary of State decides to end it sooner.