Iraq keen on best ties with Iran: PM

Baghdad, May 9, IRNA – Iraqi Prime Minister-designate Mustafa Al-Kazemi reiterated in a meeting with Iran's ambassador to the country that Baghdad is interested in the best ties with Islamic Republic of Iran in all fields. Noting that his country will never be a crossing point or headquarters for terrorism or a place to attack another country and the arena for resolving disputes, the new premier stressed Iraq's interest in the best ties with Iran and all neighboring states in such a way that the interests of the two neighboring nations and the stability and security of the region are ensured. Iran's Ambassador Iraj Masjedi, for his part, congratulated Al-Kazemi for winning parliament's vote of confidence and wished success for his new cabinet. He also called for boosting bilateral relations and strengthening mutual cooperation in all arenas. Follow us on Twitter @IrnaEnglish