Iraqi PM discusses cooperation with Pakistan
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Prime Minister, Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, received on Wednesday the Pakistani Minister of Interior, Rana Sanaullah Khan, where they discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and partnership in security, intelligence, and joint efforts to combat terrorism, drugs and organized crime, according to a statement issued by the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO).
The statement illustrated that Al-Sudani expressed his condemnation of the terrorist attack that took place in Bajaur district in Pakistan three days ago, offering his condolences and sympathy to the victims, their families, and all the Pakistani people.
The Iraqi Prime Minister emphasized that Iraq is eager to maintain and develop relations with Pakistan in various fields.
The meeting addressed cooperation in religious tourism and the facilities provided by the Iraqi government to visitors to the holy shrines in Iraq.
The Pakistani Interior Minister conveyed his government’s appreciation and desire to expand economic relations with Iraq to serve the interests of the people of both countries.