John Minihan (Progressive Democrats)

That is why the Iraqi Prime Minister recently requested that the UN Security Council extend the mandate of the multinational force as set forth in resolution 1546 until 31 December 2006.

UN resolution 1637 recognises that the occurrences in Iraq continue to constitute a threat to international peace and security. Until that country is at peace with itself, it is beholden on this House, this country and its citizens to do all that we can to support the democratically elected government of Iraq and ensure that each and every Iraqi citizen enjoy enjoys a prosperous and free future. I support the Government amendment.