Iraq, NATO Hold Second High-Level Strategic Partnership Dialogue
Baghdad-INA
The second high-level strategic partnership dialogue between Iraq and NATO was held at the National Security Advisory headquarters today, Wednesday.
The National Security Advisor's media office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA): that "The second high-level strategic partnership dialogue between Iraq and NATO was held at the National Security Advisory headquarters. The Iraqi side was headed by National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji, while the NATO delegation was headed by Assistant Secretary General for Operations Thomas Goffus."
"The two sides discussed ways to strengthen the strategic partnership, which is a priority for the Iraqi government, in line with its strategic vision in light of rapid regional developments."
"The dialogue also addressed supporting capacity-building for Iraqi security institutions through integrated training packages within the work of the NATO Advisory Mission in Iraq."
According to the statement, Al-Araji affirmed that "the Iraqi government, headed by the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, attaches great importance to NATO's advisory, non-combat mission," emphasizing "the importance of respecting Iraq's sovereignty in all aspects of cooperation."
For his part, Goffus reiterated NATO's support for "Iraq and its pivotal role in regional stability," praising "the high efficiency of the Iraqi security services in the fight against terrorism."
He emphasized that "the mission's work in Iraq is carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Iraqi government and in compliance with applicable laws."
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