Biden thanks Al-Sudani for strengthening the Iraqi economy, energy independence

INA - WASHINGTON

US President Joe Biden confirmed on Monday that his country's partnership with Iraq is pivotal and important to the Middle East and the world.

“The partnership between Iraq and the United States is extremely important. Our partnership with Iraq is pivotal and important to the Middle East and the world," said Biden during his meeting with PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani at the White House, followed up by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
 
Biden expressed his thanks to PM Al-Sudani for strengthening the Iraqi economy and achieving energy independence.

Earlier, Al-Sudani said in a speech during his meeting with President Biden, followed up by the Iraqi News Agency - INA, there is work to move from the military relationship to a full partnership with the United States.

Al-Sudani met with US President Joe Biden at the White House in the US capital, Washington D.C.

The Prime Minister stressed, “Working to move from the military relationship to a full partnership with the United States,” explaining, “Our visit to Washington D.C. comes at a sensitive and delicate time and is important in the history of the relationship between the two countries.”

“The war on Daesh was the basis of cooperation between Iraq and the United States, as victory over the terrorist Daesh is important and was achieved through the sacrifices of Iraqis and the support of friends,” said Al-Sudani, stressing that “Iraq is in the process of recovery and is witnessing development in service projects.”

He highlighted, "We will discuss the sustainable partnership based on the strategic framework agreement," stressing "the government's commitment to the outcomes of the Higher Coordination Committee between Iraq and the United States."

“My government is serious about implementing this agreement, and my presence in Washington D.C. brings with it the desire to improve Iraq’s reality and provide services," he added, stressing that "Iraq is committed to various issues, especially what is happening in the region.”

PM Al-Sudani pointed out, "We agree on the principles of international law, and we reject any attack on civilians, especially children and women.” 

“We are very concerned about stopping the devastating war on Gaza. We hope that all parties concerned will commit to self-restraint,” he expressed, adding, “We want to stop the expansion of the conflict in the region. The Iraqi government is committed to protecting diplomatic missions as well."