Foreign Minister Announces Conclusion of Arab Foreign Ministers Meeting in Baghdad
Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein announced on Thursday the conclusion of the opening session of the Arab Foreign Ministers' meeting in Baghdad, held as part of the preparatory discussions for the 34th Arab League Summit.
During the session, Bahraini Foreign Minister Abdullatif bin Rashid Al Zayani highlighted that the Bahrain Summit delivered a clear message of peace and Arab solidarity, underscoring the importance of regional unity.
Minister Hussein stressed the critical nature of this moment in Arab history and proposed forming a high-level ministerial committee — including Iraq, Bahrain, the Arab League Secretariat, and any interested Arab states — aimed at bridging differences and fostering greater cooperation.
Arab League Secretary-General Ahmed Aboul Gheit pointed to the widespread turmoil facing both the region and the world, expressing that Baghdad Summit carries high expectations.
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