Spain will work with the new Iraqi government and is considering the possibility of bringing Iraqi police and civil servants to Spain for training, a top government official said Wednesday.

Addressing the Foreign Affairs Commission of Congress, Foreign Minister Miguel Moratinos said the intention of the Spanish government is to help the Iraqis to consolidate a state ruled by law.

The minister reminded that Spain has been one of the most important contributors with technical assistance for Sunday's elections in Iraq.

Moratinos praised the Iraqis for their participation in the elections. "The high and heroic participation of the Iraqis in theelections allows a rapid transfer of sovereignty to the new Iraqi government, which will be responsible for the security of the country," he said.