Türkiye’s intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin met Iraqi Parliament Speaker Heybet Halbusi in Ankara on Thursday.
The meeting addressed regional and international issues and ways to develop cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the field of security. The sides assessed possible steps to address outstanding issues and cooperation mechanisms that could support regional security and stability.
Economic and infrastructure projects discussed
Kalin and Halbusi discussed developing Iraq’s water resources, agricultural projects, reconstruction, housing and infrastructure works. The meeting also addressed steps that could be taken to deepen the strategic and economic cooperation between the two countries through the Development Road Project.
Bringing weapons under state control discussed
The meeting also addressed issues related to a program being implemented in Iraq that aims to place weapons under state control.
Halbusi reiterated his support for the Terror-Free Türkiye process underway in Türkiye. He said the process’s success would have important consequences for the entire region.
Kalin and Halbusi agreed to strengthen close cooperation on bilateral and regional issues.