INA - BAGHDAD
Iraq, Jordan and Egypt affirmed on Monday their commitment to implementing the outcomes of the trilateral cooperation mechanism and strengthening economic integration.
Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein held extensive talks with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, Ayman Safadi, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Immigration, and Egyptian Expatriates of the Arab Republic of Egypt, Badr Abdel-Aty, on the sidelines of the Arab Consultative Meeting and the resumed 165th regular session of the Council of the League of Arab States at the ministerial level, held in the Jordanian capital, Amman, according to a statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
During the talks, the three countries reviewed avenues of cooperation within the framework of the trilateral cooperation mechanism and discussed “ways to enhance the strategic partnership and expand economic, trade, and investment cooperation, in a manner that contributes to achieving the common interests of the peoples of the three countries."
The ministers emphasized, "the importance of continuing coordination and consultation between Iraq, Jordan, and Egypt, activating the outcomes of previous trilateral meetings, and accelerating the implementation of joint projects, thereby strengthening economic integration and supporting sustainable development efforts in the region."
The statement added, "The ministers exchanged views on the most prominent regional and international developments, stressing the importance of enhancing joint Arab action, supporting efforts aimed at consolidating security and stability, and addressing the challenges facing the region through dialogue, cooperation, and continuous coordination."
