Chargé d’Affaires ad interim Explores Prospects for Energy Cooperation with Malaysia’s PETRONAS.

On 17 March 2026, the Chargé d’Affaires ad interim of the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Kuala Lumpur, Counsellor Ahmed Ghanim Abdul Jabbar, met with a number of officials from Malaysia’s PETRONAS, in the presence of the company’s Director of Public Affairs and Administration, Mr. Mohammed bin Latif. The meeting took place within the framework of the Embassy’s efforts to enhance bilateral cooperation and expand economic partnerships between the two countries.

The Chargé d’Affaires ad interim commended the role played by PETRONAS in Iraq, particularly in the Garraf oil field in Dhi Qar Governorate, which is considered one of the key fields supporting the energy sector. He affirmed Baghdad’s appreciation for the efforts of international companies operating in the development of this sector.

For their part, the company’s officials provided a brief overview of their activities in Iraq, highlighting what they described as the country’s rapid economic growth and attractive investment environment, which make Iraq a promising land of investment opportunities. They also expressed the company’s interest in expanding its presence in the Iraqi market.

The Chargé d’Affaires ad interim proposed the formation of an official delegation from the company to visit Baghdad and hold meetings with the relevant governmental authorities to explore future cooperation opportunities. He also affirmed the Embassy’s readiness to provide logistical and coordination support in a manner that contributes to strengthening the partnership between the two sides.

In turn, the company’s officials expressed their appreciation for the efforts of the Iraqi Embassy in facilitating communication with PETRONAS, affirming their commitment to maintaining joint coordination and further developing the prospects of economic cooperation between the two countries.