12-05-2025
Baghdad prepares to host upcoming Arab Summit
Baghdad ( – Baghdad is preparing to host one of the region's most important diplomatic events, the 34th regular session of the League of Arab States Council, which will bring together heads of state and top officials from all over the Arab world.
The summit, which is set for May 17, 2025, will also include the fifth session of the Development Summit, which will reinforce the Arab community's commitment to economic cooperation, sustainable growth, and regional development.
In the days preceding the meeting, the Iraqi capital will become an epicenter of diplomatic activity. A series of preliminary sessions will lay the groundwork for the high-level discussions, beginning with gatherings of economic and social authorities.
Iraqi PM Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani reviews preparations for hosting Arab Summit delegates.
Senior delegates from the Economic Council and the Preparatory Economic Council will meet on May 13 at the Mövenpick Hotel, in conjunction with the Economic and Social Council's ministerial conference. These meetings try to coordinate economic plans and establish common perspectives on development concerns.
The momentum will continue on May 14 when permanent representatives and top officials meet again at the Mövenpick Hotel in Baghdad. Their duty will be to refine the agenda and prepare for critical meetings with foreign ministers.
The Foreign Ministers' Preparatory Meeting will take place the next day, May 15, in the governmental palace. This important workshop will help to finalize policy suggestions and papers to be presented during the summit.
All roads then lead to the major event, the Arab League Summit, which will be held on May 17 in the Governmental Palace with leaders of government and top officials. The 34th regular session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the summit level will address significant political, economic, and social concerns confronting Arab countries.
Simultaneously, the Development Summit will meet to discuss forward-thinking projects in innovation, infrastructure, and youth empowerment.
