Iraqi PM and Syrian Foreign Minister reaffirm commitment to strengthening bilateral relations
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Allawi discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shaybani, during Al-Shaybani's visit to the OIC Foreign Ministers meeting.
Translated by Qiyas from كونا — Original source
Baghdad, October 17 (KUNA) -- Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi held talks today, Saturday, with Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad al-Shaibani on bilateral relations between the two countries and ways to enhance them across various fields. A statement from the Iraqi Prime Minister’s Office media desk conveyed al-Zaidi’s reaffirmation of his country’s commitment to supporting Syria and developing relations with it, particularly in the economic sphere, combating terrorism, and securing borders through the establishment of joint committees. For his part, the Syrian minister praised the deep ties between the two countries, emphasizing Syria’s dedication to strengthening and developing these relations in a manner that serves the shared interests of the two brotherly peoples. These discussions come within the framework of al-Shaibani’s visit to represent his country at the 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers’ meeting. Earlier, he met with Iraqi President Nizar al-Amidi and conveyed to him an official invitation from Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa to visit Syria. (End) A.H.H. / M.A.H.A.
