Iraq opposes being labeled as high-risk destination
Baghdad (IraqiNews.com) – The Iraqi Foreign Minister, Fuad Hussein, stated on Saturday that Western countries' continued inclusion of Iraq as a high-risk destination in their travel advice negatively impacts foreign firms' potential investments as well as restricts the expansion of tourism and the exchange of cultures.
Hussein's remarks took place during his meeting with US Senators Angus King and James Lankford in Iraq's capital, Baghdad, where he confirmed that Iraq is working quickly to achieve energy self-sufficiency by utilizing associated gas, improving electricity interconnection projects with neighboring countries, and exploring new gas fields, according to a statement released by the Iraqi Foreign Ministry.
Hussein urged specialist American corporations to engage in Iraq's energy sector, as the country will position itself as a gas producer in addition to being a key oil producer.
In addition to the bilateral ties and regional issues discussed during the meeting, Hussein emphasized that Iraqi-US relations are strategic, ranging from partnership in the fight against terrorism to cooperation in reconstruction and the promotion of regional stability, as well as other critical areas such as energy and education.
The Iraqi foreign minister stated that Iraq wishes to broaden the scope of bilateral cooperation and strengthen the presence of US enterprises to seize attractive investment opportunities and contribute to reconstruction and development initiatives.
Both parties highlighted that the terrorist group ISIS continues to pose a substantial danger both regionally and internationally. They highlighted the significance of coordinating international efforts to defeat ISIS and prevent its resurgence.
The meeting also addressed the progress made in the negotiations between the United States and Iran, with both sides agreeing that communication is the best approach to resolve outstanding issues, promote stability, and prevent escalation.
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