Al-Sudani Holds a Meeting with Olaf Scholz

Baghdad -INA

Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani held a meeting today, Saturday with the Chancellor of Germany, Mr. Olaf Scholz, on the sidelines of Munich Security Conference 2024.

During the meeting, the two leaders discussed the bilateral relations between the two countries, focusing on expanding cooperation across various sectors in accordance with the joint action plan approved in Berlin in 2023. They also reviewed the progress made based on previous meetings and visits, which have led to tangible growth in relations between Iraq and Germany. The Prime Minister’s Media Office said in a statement received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA).

The Prime Minister highlighted Iraq's keen interest in enhancing relations with Germany, particularly in the energy sector, as well as other economic and industrial domains.

Al-Sudani emphasized the urgent need for international intervention to stop the conflict, as the response so far has not matched the severity of the situation, leading to humanitarian crises in Gaza. He expressed hope for swift efforts to end the conflict, which is impacting regional and global security, as well as disrupting navigation and energy supply chains.

Prime Minister Al-Sudani emphasized that the solution rests on the Palestinian people's right to self-determination, without external interference. He underscored Iraq's ongoing efforts to promote calm and regional stability, having successfully mitigated some tensions. He emphasized that Iraq's security is crucial not only for its citizens but for the entire region.

Chancellor Olaf Scholz commended Iraq's commitment to enhancing bilateral relations across various domains and expanding cooperation. He highlighted Iraq's significant role in fostering calm and regional stability and emphasized the importance of engaging all parties in peace-building initiatives. He also underscored Germany's efforts to stop the conflict in Gaza, mitigate its consequences, and provide urgent humanitarian assistance to the Palestinian people. Additionally, he cautioned against the opening of a new front in the Palestinian territories.