Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani and the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Masoud Pezeshkian, co-chaired a high-level meeting between the two countries’ delegations at the Government Palace in Baghdad.
The discussions focused on strengthening cooperation in various sectors, with the aim of achieving mutual benefits. Both sides reviewed the work of the Joint Higher Committee, which is scheduled to hold its next meeting in Baghdad. Key topics included security cooperation, the joint security agreement, and collaboration in industries such as refining, energy, and the private sector.
Prime Minister Al-Sudani underscored the deep religious, social, and historical ties between Iraq and Iran, highlighting the importance of their geographical proximity for transport and logistical links. He stressed the need to finalise and implement agreements, particularly the Basra-Shalamcheh railway line for passenger transport.
The meeting concluded with the signing of 14 memorandums of understanding across diverse sectors, including economic cooperation, education, media, cultural exchange, religious tourism, agriculture, and vocational training.
Source: Prime Minister Office
- Published: 13th September, 2024
- Location: Baghdad
- Country: Iraq
- Editor: Yasmine Goumri
- Category: Diplomacy
