Foreign Minister Receives Copy of Credentials of European Union Ambassador

Foreign Minister Mr. Mohamad A. Alhakim received a copy of the credentials of EU Ambassador Mr. Martin Huth. The two sides discussed areas of joint cooperation and the efforts of the European Union in supporting Iraq, and the latest developments in the local arena. Minister Alhakim expressed Baghdad’s keeness to develop relations with the European Union, considering that joint cooperation between the two sides has a great impact in contributing to support Iraq in various fields and praised the role of the European Union in assisting Iraq against the Da’esh terrorist organization.

Minister Alhakim stated that Iraq is looking forward to further support from the international community to contribute to the reconstruction of the liberated city infrastructure and called for the importance of consultation and bilateral cooperation for the benefit of both sides in a comprehensive and sustainable manner.