The electronic source ‘Alsumaria News’ reported on Tuesday evening that Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein received US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Riggas in Baghdad. During the meeting, they discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations and explore frameworks for joint cooperation in various political, economic, and security fields.
The bilateral meeting also reviewed regional and international challenges facing the region, including efforts to achieve stability and the necessity of supporting dialogue, with a focus on the situation in Syria and Iran. The importance of reducing tensions and building understanding to enhance security and stability in the region was emphasized.
Iraqi Foreign Minister highlighted the importance of reducing regional tensions, pointing to Iraq’s role in supporting stability efforts. Fuad Hussein stressed the importance of continued coordination between Iraq and the United States and ongoing cooperation in the fields of economy, infrastructure, and investment, which enhances development and supports the return of American companies to invest in Iraq.
Hussein called for reconsideration, given the security stability the country is witnessing, and facilitating investment opportunities. In turn, Riggas expressed the United States’ appreciation for the progress Iraq has made in enhancing stability and security, reaffirming his country’s support for efforts in this field, and pointing to the importance of continued regional and international coordination to address economic, political, and security challenges. He emphasized the importance of working within a positive bilateral relationship with the Iraqi government.
It is noted that the US Department of State’s Consular Affairs Bureau had previously issued travel warnings for 21 countries, including Iraq.
