Al-Maliki: Holding the Arab Summit in Baghdad is Evidence of Iraq's Commitment to its Role
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The head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, confirmed on Wednesday that holding the Arab Summit in Baghdad is evidence of Iraq's commitment to its role and obligations. He expressed his hope for Arab countries' solidarity in confronting challenges, avoiding problems and disputes.
In a speech on the occasion of the Arab Summit in Baghdad, which was followed by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), al-Maliki said, "Holding the Arab Summit in Baghdad once again proves that Iraq is a true and genuine partner with Arab leaders in confronting challenges." He added, "Holding the Arab Summit in Baghdad is evidence of Iraq's commitment to its role and obligations."
He added, "The Arab world is experiencing internal and external challenges, as it is an essential and vital part of the region and the world." He noted that "the challenges facing the region require such a summit, in which Arab leaders meet in their second homeland, Iraq, to confront developments and challenges."
He continued, "Iraq's hosting of the Arab Summit more than once proves that Iraq wants to contribute to addressing and interacting with the nation's affairs," expressing his hope that "the Arab countries participating in the summit will show solidarity in order to confront challenges, avoiding problems and disagreements."
"We hope that our Arab leaders will pay attention to the demands that will be presented at the Arab Summit. Meetings of the ministers of foreign affairs, reconstruction, and economy must be held so that the summit can bear its significant fruits, which shape the wills of the countries." Al-Maliki said.
He concluded, "We hope that the summit will be successful and effective, establishing a stage of communication and integration to confront the challenges facing all."
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