Consultations with Iraq necessary to boost common security: Iran deputy FM
The Iranian deputy foreign minister for political affairs underlined the need for consultations between Iran and Iraq to strengthen common security.
Majid Takht Ravanchi made the statement in a meeting with Iraq’s National Security Advisor Qasim al-Araji in the capital Baghdad on Sunday as they exchanged their views on joint cooperation to ensure stability and security in the West Asia region.
Takht Ravanchi confirmed in an interview with Iran’s Al-Alam Arabic-language news channel that his visit to Iraq falls within the framework of regular political consultations between the two neighbors.
“The two sides discussed security issues between the two brotherly and Muslim countries, stressing the importance of joint cooperation to ensure stability in the region,” he said.
Takht Ravanchi added that regional security is a priority for both Iran and Iraq, and it requires continued consultations and coordination between the two countries at various levels.
He expressed his satisfaction with the continuation of bilateral visits on a regular basis to strengthen relations and cooperation in different areas.
Takht Ravanchi also met with the Deputy Speaker of the Iraqi Parliament Mohsen al-Mandalawi in the afternoon and discussed with him issues of mutual interest.