FM Fuad Hussein Meets Saudi Counterpart FM Prince Faisal bin Farhan and Reaffirms the Importance of Strengthening Bilateral Relations and Supporting Regional Security and Stability

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, met today, Sunday, 12 July 2026, with H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during his official visit to the Kingdom. The meeting was attended by the National Security Adviser, Mr. Qasim Al-Aboudi, and the Head of the National Intelligence Service, Mr. Hamid Al-Shatri.

At the outset of the meeting, H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan welcomed H.E. the Minister and the accompanying delegation, reaffirming the deep-rooted historical and fraternal ties between the Republic of Iraq and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. H.H. also underscored the Kingdom’s commitment to further strengthening bilateral cooperation across various fields in a manner that serves the shared interests of the two brotherly countries and peoples.

For his part, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein conveyed the greetings of the Prime Minister, H.E. Mr. Ali Al-Zaidi, and the new Iraqi Government to the leadership of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. H.E. expressed his appreciation for the warm reception and generous hospitality, commending the gracious invitation and the frank and constructive dialogue, which reflected the shared determination of both sides to elevate bilateral relations to broader horizons.

H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan emphasized that Iraq’s security is an integral part of the security of the region, stressing the importance of preserving the fraternal relationship between the two countries and preventing any actions that could undermine it, particularly those affecting regional security and stability. H.H. also reaffirmed the Kingdom’s commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination with Iraq in support of regional peace and stability.

H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein reaffirmed Iraq’s commitment to maintaining balanced and distinguished relations with all neighboring countries, including the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. H.E. noted that the repercussions of the recent war had affected the region and influenced the course of these relations, adding that Iraq had been among the countries most impacted by its direct and indirect consequences, including attempts to undermine its relations with brotherly states.

H.E. the Minister also reviewed the key priorities in bilateral relations, particularly enhancing economic and investment cooperation, expanding partnership in the energy sector, and strengthening political and security coordination between the two countries. H.E. emphasized that these efforts would contribute to consolidating regional stability and creating favorable conditions for deeper cooperation that serves the interests of the peoples of the region.

At the conclusion of the meeting, H.H. Prince Faisal bin Farhan reaffirmed the Kingdom’s support for the new Iraqi Government, reflecting Saudi Arabia’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral partnership and advancing cooperation in a manner that serves the shared interests of the two brotherly countries and peoples.

Following the meeting, the two sides issued a Joint Press Statement reaffirming the importance of strengthening the fraternal relations between Iraq and Saudi Arabia across various fields and continuing consultation and coordination on regional and international issues of mutual interest.

The two sides also stressed the importance of respecting the sovereignty of states, adhering to the principles of good-neighborliness, refraining from interference in the internal affairs of other states, and rejecting the use of the territory or airspace of any country to undermine the security and stability of others. Iraq reaffirmed its commitment not to allow its territory or airspace to be used as a launching point for any acts or attacks targeting the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, the member states of the Gulf Cooperation Council, or any other country in the region. Both sides further emphasized the importance of supporting Iraq’s security and stability and strengthening the role of its national institutions, thereby contributing to the preservation of regional security and stability.