MİT chief İbrahim Kalın and Iraq’s Parliament Speaker Mohammed al-Halbousi held a meeting in Ankara.
Alongside regional and international issues, the meeting addressed steps that could be taken to improve security cooperation between Türkiye and Iraq and resolve existing problems.
They also exchanged views on cooperation mechanisms that could support regional security and stability in line with the shared interests of the two countries.
Economic and infrastructure projects on the agenda
The meeting addressed the rehabilitation of Iraq’s water infrastructure, agricultural projects, urban development and housing efforts, as well as other infrastructure projects. They also discussed the Development Road Project and steps to deepen strategic and economic cooperation between Türkiye and Iraq.
Process of placing weapons under state control reviewed
The meeting also addressed issues related to the process of limiting weapons in Iraq under state control.
Al-Halbousi reiterated his support for the Terror-Free Türkiye process under way in Türkiye. He said the process’s success would have important implications for the region.
Kalın and al-Halbousi agreed to further strengthen close cooperation between Türkiye and Iraq on bilateral and regional issues.