Prime Minister Mr. Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi received the U.S. President’s Special Envoy to Iraq, Mr. Tom Barrack, to discuss the prospects of bilateral relations between the two countries and the development of their strategic partnership across various fields, particularly in the economic and investment sectors.
During the meeting, both sides emphasized the importance of elevating levels of cooperation and expanding joint investment activity in a manner that achieves mutual interests and supports the trajectory of economic development in Iraq.
Key Highlights of the Diplomatic Talks
Developing Economic Partnership: Discussing the enhancement of investments and facilitating cooperation between the economic and developmental sectors in both countries.
Regional Security and Stability: Reviewing the latest developments in the region and the challenges affecting regional stability.
Diplomacy and Crisis Containment: Stressing the necessity of intensifying diplomatic efforts, working to de-escalate tensions, and preventing the expansion of conflicts.
Institutional and Investment Dimensions
These talks demonstrate the importance of building a safe and stable business and investment environment, as well as upgrading regulatory and legal frameworks that encourage investment flows and ensure legislative compliance for corporate entities operating in Iraq, thereby contributing to driving development forward and reinforcing the stability of the business environment.
