The Speaker, Saudi ambassador to Iraq discuss the bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries

H.E the Speaker Mr. Mohammad al-Halbusi received on Friday the Ambassador of Saudi Arabia to Iraq Mr. Abdul Aziz Al-Shammeri.
Al-Shammeri conveyed the congratulations of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdul Aziz and his Crown Prince Mohammed on his election as Speaker of the Iraqi Council of Representatives and confirmed his support to Iraq in all fields. “We realize the weight of responsibility cast upon you, yet we trust your ability to meet the challenges and steer the Council in the right direction”, al-Shemmeri added.
They discussed the latest developments on the Arab and regional arenas, in addition to the bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries and ways to strengthen joint cooperation.
The Speaker lauded the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for supporting Iraq in its war against ISIS, pointing to the importance of enhancing cooperation in various sectors, including economy and investment.
He also stressed Iraq’s keenness to establish the best relations with its brothers and neighbors based on mutual respect for national sovereignty and equality of states and non-interference in the internal affairs of other states.
The Speaker Media Office
28/9/2018