Iraq discusses with Clayton Company the development of railways

INA - BAGHDAD

Deputy PM and Minister of Planning Muhammed Ali Tamim discussed, on Thursday, with Clayton Company the development of railways in Iraq.

"Tamim met - in the capital, London - Chairman of the Board of Directors of the British Clayton Company, Stephen Gretton, within the framework of the program of PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani's visit to the United Kingdom," according to a statement by the PM Media Office - received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA. 

During the meeting, they discussed "ways to enhance cooperation in the field of developing the railway sector in Iraq according to international specifications; given the importance of the proposed project to modernize the railway infrastructure, and in line with the government's development plans." 

They emphasized "the company's commitment to supporting Iraq's efforts in the field of developing railway lines, by providing modern technology and training, to contribute to improving the economic situation," noting "the importance of the project in promoting sustainable development, achieving the common goals of the two parties, and adding new transportation methods."