Iraqi PM Discussed Bilateral Cooperation and Regional Stability with U.S. Special Envoy in Washington

Iraqi PM's Media Office

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi's meeting with Tom Barrack, U.S. Special Envoy to Iraq and Syria.

Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih al-Zaidi received Tom Barrack, U.S. Special Envoy to Iraq and Syria, at his residence in Washington, D.C., on Monday evening.

The two sides discussed prospects for strengthening cooperation between Iraq and the United States, according to a statement by the PM's media office.

The statement  added that they also reviewed the progress of bilateral economic relations, noting their recent growth, and explored opportunities to further expand cooperation and strategic partnership.

The discussions covered the latest regional developments, with both sides underscoring the importance of supporting efforts to enhance security and stability, reduce tensions, and reinforce Iraq's pivotal role in fostering dialogue and contributing to regional de-escalation.

The Iraqi Prime Minister arrived on Washington on Monday at the head of an official delegation following an invitation from the United States.

According to Iraqi government spokesperson Haider al-Aboudi, the visit will include the signing of several memorandums of understanding, particularly in the oil and gas sector.

Al-Aboudi said during a press conference that Iraq is seeking to attract a number of U.S. companies as part of efforts to expand investment in the energy sector and increase the country's oil production capacity.



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