Tehran, Iran — Iran and Iraq have reaffirmed their commitment to bolster bilateral cooperation to enhance security and stability in the West Asia region. In a joint press conference held on Monday in Tehran, Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and his Iraqi counterpart, Mahmoud al-Mashhadani, highlighted the pivotal role of their countries' collaboration in promoting regional peace.
\"We seek to increase our bilateral political and economic relations, which will contribute to ensuring peace and stability in the region and among the neighboring Arab, non-Arab, and Muslim states,\" Qalibaf stated. He emphasized that the ties between the Iranian and Iraqi peoples, parliaments, and governments are at their peak, and both nations are committed to supporting the resistance front and upholding the dignity of the Muslim world.
Mahmoud al-Mashhadani underscored the significance of discussions held during his visit, focusing on borders, economic relations, and security cooperation. \"We discussed the means to support the security stability of the region,\" he noted, affirming that \"Iraq will not abandon its Arab and Islamic principles, and it is open to everyone.\"
The Iraqi Parliament Speaker assured that Iraq stands firmly with Iran, expressing hope for the further enhancement of bilateral ties. \"Iraq will always stand by its neighbor and be the country's 'wings,'\" Mashhadani conveyed, highlighting the deep-rooted connections between the two nations.
The meeting signifies a strategic step towards fostering stronger relations between Iran and Iraq, aiming to address mutual concerns and contribute positively to the broader dynamics of the West Asia region. Both leaders expressed optimism that increased cooperation will pave the way for greater security and prosperity for their countries and neighboring states.
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