US Congress confirms Commitment to Supporting Iraq and Strengthening Strategic Partnership
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The US Congress confirmed, on Sunday, the United States' commitment to supporting Iraq in various fields and strengthening the existing strategic partnership between the two countries. It reiterated its commitment to effective communication with Iraqi leaders to continue joint work for a better future for both countries.
The Speaker of Parliament's media office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): "The Speaker of Parliament today received a high-level delegation from the US Congress and members of the US Embassy. During the meeting, they discussed bilateral relations between Iraq and the United States within the framework of the Strategic Framework Agreement, and ways to enhance joint cooperation in the political, economic, and security fields."
"The visiting delegation included Representative Adam Smith, a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee from the Democratic Party, Representative Sarah Jacobs, Representative Michael Baumgartner, Representative George Whitesides, and Representative Wesley Bell, along with the Chargé d'Affaires of the US Embassy, Mr. Daniel Rubinstein, and a number of advisors and members of the professional staff of the Armed Services Committee."
According to the statement, during the meeting, the Speaker of Parliament emphasized "the importance of the Strategic Framework Agreement as the cornerstone of Iraqi-American relations," emphasizing "the need to activate its provisions to ensure mutual interests between the two countries, particularly in the areas of developing the national economy and investing in non-oil sectors such as agriculture and industry."
Al-Mashhadani pointed out "the importance of the Iraqi Constitution as the foundation of the country's democratic system, with the possibility of developing and amending it in accordance with Article (142) and in a manner consistent with the aspirations of the Iraqi people." He emphasized "the need to develop the education and agriculture sectors and support political and security stability in Iraq and the region." He expressed Iraq's firm position in supporting ceasefire efforts in Gaza and the need to end wars and conflicts in the region, which would contribute to consolidating peace and achieving prosperity.
For its part, the American delegation confirmed the United States' commitment to supporting Iraq in various fields and strengthening the existing strategic partnership between the two countries, reiterating the US Congress's keenness to communicate effectively with Iraqi leaders to continue working together for a better future for both countries.
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