Thair Makheef

Thair Makheef is a member of the Iraqi parliamentary committee on agriculture, water, and marshlands. He has been vocal about the severe water crisis affecting Iraq, particularly its impact on agricultural practices. Recently, he spoke out against the government's decision to prohibit the cultivation of summer crops, especially rice, due to dwindling water supplies. He emphasized the dire consequences this would have on farmers and the broader community, highlighting the cultural significance of local rice varieties like 'Ainbar' and calling for urgent diplomatic action to address Iraq's water shortages.