Al-Kaabi: Parliament is determined to build diplomatic relations with Japan

BAGHDAD - INA

First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Hassan Al-Kaabi, confirmed today, Tuesday, that Parliament is determined to build diplomatic relations with Japan.
The media office of the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament stated in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA) that “Al-Kaabi received the Japanese ambassador to Iraq, Kotaro Suzuki, in the presence of Representative Omar Rikani, and discussed with him the development of joint cooperation between the two countries, and the strengthening of the relationship for the benefit of the two peoples, and discussed many Files of mutual interest. " 
Al-Kaabi called for "benefiting from Japanese expertise in large development projects that need financing, designs and technical and engineering consultations, especially in the energy and ports sectors," noting that "Iraq has a great desire to expand the relationship at all levels and fields, whether economic or health, in addition to educational, cultural and other fields." With Japan in the framework of achieving the comprehensive development plan. " 
He stressed that "the House of Representatives is determined to build parliamentary diplomatic relations with Japan and the other diplomatic missions in Iraq to develop and exchange experiences and establish balanced relations with everyone in a way that serves the country's sovereignty, stability and interests." He called for "building bridges of relations at the popular level through the establishment of activities and events within the country." Universities and organizations to enhance popular confidence. "