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Foreign Minister Gives Iraq Speech in Seventh Session of Iraqi-Kuwaiti Joint Committee Meeting Held in Kuwait

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim gave Iraq’s speech at the seventh session of the Iraqi-Kuwaiti Joint Committee meeting in Kuwait. Minister Alhakim highlighted the depth of brotherly relations between Baghdad and Kuwait which is growing stronger over time, calling for consolidating solidarity, joint action, stability in the two countries, and the region in general.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, May 13, 2019 Mon, May 13, 2019

THE PRESIDENT DISCUSSES WITH THE US SECRETARY OF STATE BILATERAL RELATIONS AND THE LATEST ARAB AND REGIONAL DEVELOPMENTS

President Barham Salih received Mr. Mike Pompeo, the US Secretary of State, at the Presidential Office in Baghdad, Tuesday evening, May 7, 2019.
The President emphasized that the strategic partnership with the United States of America is essential for Iraq as the country is committed to its balanced policy that builds bridges of friendship and cooperation with all friends and neighbors, including Iran.
President Salih asserted Iraq's keenness to develop bilateral relations between the two countries and with the rest of brotherly and friendly countries in various fields.
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Wed, May 8, 2019 Wed, May 8, 2019

PRESIDENT SALIH EXCHANGES CONGRATULATIONS WITH A NUMBER OF KINGS, PRESIDENTS, AND EMIRS OF ARAB AND ISLAMIC COUNTRIES

President Barham Salih has exchanged congratulations with a number of Majesties, Excellencies and Highness; the leaders of brotherly and friendly Arab and Islamic countries on the occasion of the beginning of the holy month of Ramadan.

Mon, May 6, 2019 Tue, May 7, 2019

Foreign Minister Inaugurates Training Course for Women Leaderships Development of Iraqi Parliamentarians

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim inaugurated the Leadership Development training program organized by the Foreign Service Institute in the Ministry.

This training course comes within the framework of the Ministry’s efforts to carry out support programs and empowerment of women in Iraq, especially in the development of leadership and personal skills.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Apr 24, 2019 Tue, May 7, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim met with Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mr. Adil Al-Jubair.

During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and means of strengthening them to achieve common interests , and the regional and international issues of concern to the two brotherly countries. Minister Alhakim called for the importance of concerted efforts to resolve the crises effecting the region.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Apr 24, 2019 Tue, May 7, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi and German Chancellor Angela Merkel hold joint talks

April – 30- 2019

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeTue, Apr 30, 2019 Tue, Apr 30, 2019

PRESS RELEASE / The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq Will Open Its Doors During Passport DC’s 2019 Around the World Embassy Tour.

On Saturday, May 4, The Embassy of the Republic of Iraq will join more than 75 other nations for Passport D.C.'s Around the World Embassy Tour beginning at 10 a.m.

Tue, Apr 30, 2019

Foreign Minister and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Sign Joint Minutes

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim Head of the Iraqi side and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Yury Borisov Head of the Russian side, signed the joint meeting minutes of the eighth session of the joint Iraqi-Russian committee.

They agreed to develop and enhance mutual cooperation in various productive and service sectors, as well as taking all measures to remove obstacles that face trade and investment between the two countries, and identify the mechanism by which bilateral cooperation is activated.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Apr 25, 2019 Fri, Apr 26, 2019

Foreign Minister and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Sign Joint Minutes

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim Head of the Iraqi side and Russian Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Yury Borisov Head of the Russian side, signed the joint meeting minutes of the eighth session of the joint Iraqi-Russian committee.

They agreed to develop and enhance mutual cooperation in various productive and service sectors, as well as taking all measures to remove obstacles that face trade and investment between the two countries, and identify the mechanism by which bilateral cooperation is activated.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Apr 25, 2019 Fri, Apr 26, 2019

The Starting of Bilateral Meeting Between Foreign Minister and Russian Deputy Prime Minister

The bilateral meeting has started between Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim and the Russian Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Yury Borisov .

Both side, discussed bilateral relations between Baghdad and Moscow, and ways to promote them to meet the aspirations of the two friendly peoples.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Apr 25, 2019 Fri, Apr 26, 2019

Condemnation

The Foreign Ministry condemns in the strongest terms the series of bombings that struck the Republic of Sri Lanka and resulted in the loss of innocent lives and dozens of wounded targeting churches and hotels in Colombo, Negombo , and Batticaloa during the religious ceremony of Easter.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsMon, Apr 22, 2019 Mon, Apr 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi receives General Secretary of the GCC

April – 18- 2019

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi received, at his residence at King Saud Palace in Riyadh, Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Dr. Abdullatif Al-Zayani to discuss the development of relations between Iraq and the GCC countries, issues of mutual interest, strengthening security, stability, and economic cooperation.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeThu, Apr 18, 2019 Mon, Apr 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi commends the historical Fatwa of Grand Ayatollah Sayyad Al-Sistani

April – 19- 2019

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeFri, Apr 19, 2019 Mon, Apr 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi meets Speakers and Parliament members participating in neighboring countries parliament's Summit

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi met this day Speakers and Parliament members participating in neighboring countries parliament's Summit, which concluded its work in Baghdad Today.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Apr 20, 2019 Mon, Apr 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd AL-Mahdi congratulates our dear Christians People on the occasion of Day of Resurrection

We extend our deepest congratulations and compliments to our dear Christians People on the occasion of Day of Resurrection; while they are celebrating this year in safety and stability among their brothers at home, who share their holidays and joys.
We are asking Allah to make all the days of the Iraqis blessing holidays.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeSat, Apr 20, 2019 Mon, Apr 22, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd AL-Mahdi receives The U.S. senator's delegation led by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen

April – 17- 2019

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd AL-Mahdi received in his office The U.S. senator's delegation led by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Apr 17, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi sends a commiseration cable to the French President Emmanuel Macron over a fire incident at the Notre Dame Cathedral

April – 17- 2019

Honorable Emmanuel Macron
President of the French Republic

Good Greeting…

We received with great pain the news of the fire that spread over the historic building of the French Notre Dame Cathedral and the collapse of its historic tower.
On behalf of the Iraqi Government, I express my sorrow for this sad incident and wish to our friend the Republic of France and its kind people good luck, stability, the safety of the historic and civilized monuments of your beautiful country.

Sincerely yours…

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeWed, Apr 17, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019

H.E. Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi: developing the Iraq-Saudi Relation is an urgent need for us and for the region, helping us to achieve peace, development, and prosperity

April – 18- 2019

His Excellency Prime Minister Adil Abd Al-Mahdi confirmed that developing the Iraq-Saudi Relation is an urgent need for us and for the region, helping us to achieve peace, development, and prosperity, after our people suffering from wars over half a century and terrorism, they are looking for returning of normal life to the era of stability and economic well-being and better services.

This came during a meeting with Saudi Crown Prince, Deputy Prime Minister and Defense Minister Prince Mohammed Salman.

Iraq Prime Minister's Media OfficeThu, Apr 18, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019

Foreign Minister Meets with Saudi Foreign Minister Adel Al-Jubeir

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim met with Saudi Minister of State for Foreign Affairs Mr. Adil Al-Jubair.

During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations and means of strengthening them to achieve common interests , and the regional and international issues of concern to the two brotherly countries. Minister Alhakim called for the importance of concerted efforts to resolve the crises effecting the region.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsWed, Apr 17, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019

Foreign Minister Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Saudi Counterpart

Foreign Minister Mohamad A. Alhakim signed with his Saudi Arabian counterpart Mr. Ibrahim Al-Asaf a memorandum of understanding on political consultations between the two countries.

This memorandum will be of great importance as it will open the horizons of bilateral political and broad discussions, thus contributing to the convergence of views on issues of mutual interest and the realization of a common vision for further cooperation on many issues.

Iraq Ministry of Foreign AffairsThu, Apr 18, 2019 Fri, Apr 19, 2019