Iraq-UK Security Cooperation: Al-Sudani Meets Yvette Cooper

On January 15, 2025, Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani held an important meeting with the United Kingdom’s Home Secretary, Ms. Yvette Cooper, at his residence in London. The meeting was centred around strengthening security cooperation between Iraq and the UK, with a particular focus on enhancing the capabilities of security forces and combating organized crime.

Prime Minister Al-Sudani and Ms. Cooper discussed opportunities for the exchange of expertise in various aspects of law enforcement, aiming to build upon the agreements made during Ms. Cooper’s visit to Baghdad the previous year. The talks highlighted the shared commitment to improving intelligence collaboration and information-sharing, key components in addressing security threats and ensuring the stability of both nations.

During the meeting, Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized the importance of a clear path for cooperation, ensuring that the collaboration would operate within the framework of the Iraq-UK agreement. This strategic partnership is designed to tackle mutual security challenges effectively and will be crucial for addressing a variety of regional and international security concerns.

The discussions also focused on the importance of ongoing cooperation in countering organised crime, one of the most pressing issues that both countries face. By aligning efforts and sharing knowledge, Iraq and the UK are positioning themselves to enhance their national security infrastructures and contribute to broader global stability.

This meeting marks another step in the growing relationship between Iraq and the UK, particularly in areas of security and governance, paving the way for future initiatives aimed at tackling common challenges.

Source: Prime Minister Office