Iraqi PM, Turkish FM discuss ways to strengthen cooperation
Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met in Baghdad on Wednesday to discuss ways to strengthen political, economic, and security cooperation between the two countries.
The talks, which lasted for several hours, focused on a range of issues, including the fight against terrorism, water resources, and economic development.
Al-Sudani briefed Fidan on Iraq's ongoing efforts to combat terrorism, and stressed the importance of cooperation between the two countries in this area. He also reiterated Iraq's commitment to prioritize security and stability.
The two leaders also discussed the issue of water resources, and agreed to work together to find a solution to the problem of water scarcity in the region.
In addition, they discussed ways to promote economic cooperation between Iraq and Türkiye. They agreed to work together to increase trade and investment, and to develop joint projects in areas such as energy and tourism.
The meeting was seen as a positive development in the relations between Iraq and Türkiye. It is hoped that the two countries will be able to build on the momentum of this meeting and further strengthen their cooperation in the years to come. (ILKHA)