Iraqi Prime Minister, Jordanian King Discuss Bilateral Relations and Expanded Cooperation

Baghdad, October 26, 2026 / NINA /— Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met with Jordan’s King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein in Amman on Monday to discuss bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation between the two countries.

The meeting took place during al-Zaidi’s official visit to the Jordanian capital, where he arrived earlier in the day.

The two leaders reviewed bilateral relations and explored ways to expand cooperation in accordance with existing agreements and memoranda of understanding. They also stressed the importance of continued coordination on issues of mutual concern in a manner that serves the interests of both countries and their peoples.

Prime Minister al-Zaidi said the visit aimed to strengthen the historic ties between Iraq and Jordan and reaffirm the Iraqi government’s commitment to deepening bilateral cooperation, particularly in the economic, trade and investment sectors, as well as advancing joint projects in these fields.

He emphasized that Iraq seeks to serve as a meeting point for all, pursuing a balanced foreign policy based on mutual interests in its relations with brotherly and friendly countries.

Al-Zaidi also underscored Iraq’s commitment to continued coordination and efforts to resolve regional crises and tensions and establish lasting stability across the region.

For his part, King Abdullah II reaffirmed Jordan’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with Iraq across all sectors, particularly in the political, economic and development fields. He also voiced Jordan’s support for Iraq’s pivotal regional role and its efforts to promote security and stability throughout the region./ End