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Al-Zaidi meets with the Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met on Wednesday with Senator Jim Risch, Chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, as part of his official visit to Washington, D.C.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement received by Kalima News that Al-Zaidi held a meeting with Senator Jim Risch at the US Congress building. (LINK)
The Prime Minister holds a meeting with the Chairman and members of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the US House of Representatives.
Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi met on Wednesday in Washington, D.C., with a number of former U.S. ambassadors to Iraq to discuss the future of bilateral relations and developments in Iraq and the region.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement that the meeting addressed ways to develop Iraqi-American relations in various fields, in addition to discussing regional developments and the importance of strengthening joint cooperation in a way that serves the interests of the two countries and the two friendly peoples.
Al-Zaydi stressed Iraq’s keenness to build balanced and sustainable relations with the United States, based on common interests and mutual respect, noting that the government continues to implement its program aimed at consolidating security and stability, strengthening the rule of law, combating c********n, and supporting development and economic reform paths.
The statement added that the Prime Minister listened to the views of former US ambassadors on the future of relations between Baghdad and Washington, in light of their diplomatic experiences in Iraq, stressing the importance of benefiting from these experiences to enhance understanding and expand the prospects of cooperation between the two countries. (LINK)
Al-Zaidi’s visit to Washington was a success by all measures, and Iraq is on the verge of an economic revival.
Economic expert Dr. Safwan Qusay confirmed that the Prime Minister’s reception at the White House carries important economic implications and sends positive messages regarding Iraq’s status as an economic and financial partner.
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Qusay told Iraq Observer that “the next phase may witness broader cooperation with the United States in the areas of developing the financial sector, globalizing Iraqi banks, the stock market and insurance companies, in coordination with the US Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve.”
He added that “there are strategic files awaiting the entry of American companies, most notably the investment in associated gas, enhancing energy security, increasing oil exports, in addition to diversifying export outlets through the Syrian port of Banias or the Jordanian port of Aqaba, as well as the project to link Basra oil with Kirkuk oil, which contributes to maintaining export levels and expanding them towards European markets.”
He pointed out that “Iraq is looking forward to building economic partnerships that contribute to diversifying sources of income, proposing the establishment of an economic fund in cooperation with American companies, with the possibility of exporting at least 500,000 barrels of oil per day to the United States, which would allow the use of oil revenues to support economic diversification projects and promote sustainable growth.” (LINK)
The US Department of Defense sets a date for ending the international coalition’s mission in Iraq.
The US Department of Defense confirmed on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) that the international coalition’s mission in Iraq will end at the end of next September.
The ministry said in a statement received by Baghdad Today: “Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met at the Pentagon – following meetings in the Oval Office – with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi to discuss the international coalition to defeat I**S, ending the mission of Operation Inherent Resolve from Iraq, and the future of US-Iraqi relations.”
According to the statement, Secretary Hegseth reaffirmed “the United States’ commitment to the full implementation of the joint statement issued in September 2024, which announced the timeline for ending the military mission of the international coalition to defeat I**S in Iraq, and ending the mission of Operation Inherent Resolve operating from Iraq by September 30.”
The minister welcomed “the initiative led by the Iraqi government to restrict weapons, to affirm Iraq’s sovereignty and the supreme d********c authority of its leadership over all armed groups.” (LINK)
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Minister of Trade: Talks in Washington focused on partnership and supporting Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization
Trade Minister Mustafa Al-Ani confirmed on Wednesday that the White House talks focused on economic cooperation and future partnership between Baghdad and Washington, while noting that talks are underway for Iraq to join the World Trade Organization.
Al-Ani told the Iraqi News Agency (INA): “One of the most important stops on the visit was the meeting at the White House between Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi and US President Donald Trump, where many issues related to future cooperation and partnership between Iraq and the United States were discussed, in addition to exploring ways of cooperation and removing obstacles for American investors.”
He added that “the official government delegation includes a select group of Iraqi businessmen with the aim of strengthening communication between the Iraqi private sector and its American counterpart, and will also hold a meeting with the American Chamber of Commerce to discuss a number of common issues.”
He noted that “the delegation concluded meetings with a group of American companies to discuss prospects for future cooperation, particularly in areas that serve the Iraqi farmer, as it was agreed to present ideas clearly for study, interaction, and taking practical measures regarding them.”
He explained that “these companies specialize in the fields of irrigation, transportation and vehicles, and some of their specializations may not be directly related to the Ministry of Trade, but they can contribute, through the Ministry, to supporting the rest of the Iraqi institutions.”
He added, “The Minister of Trade heads the Iraqi side of the US-Iraq Business Council with regard to Iraqi businessmen, and the reactivation of agreements signed between Iraq and the United States and their implementation will be discussed.”
He confirmed that “the talks will also include a request for US support for Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization, after Iraq has completed all the requirements and is awaiting the organization’s decision to approve its accession.”
He explained that “Iraq’s accession to the World Trade Organization will have a positive impact on various economic aspects,” noting that “Iraq completed all its commitments during the fourth round of negotiations last year, and only the vote by the member states remains.”
He expressed his hope that “the United States will take a supportive stance towards Iraq joining the organization,” noting that “the oil and energy sectors represent the most prominent aspects of this tour, as a number of contracts will be signed with American companies by the Ministries of Oil and Electricity.”
He added, “The Development Fund was present in the discussions and is considered one of the most prominent outcomes of the visit, as it is hoped that it will contribute to the implementation of new projects that are not limited to the oil and energy sector, but extend to technology and others,thus enabling the transfer of American expertise to Iraq.” (LINK)
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Al-Zaidi and Al-Safadi meet in Washington: Accelerating the Basra-Aqaba pipeline and electrical interconnection
Prime Minister Ali al-Zubaidi met on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) with Jordanian Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi in Washington to discuss ways to accelerate the implementation of the strategic Basra-Aqaba oil pipeline project and to complete the bilateral electricity interconnection project. He added that he had received an official invitation from King Abdullah II to visit Amman. He explained that the meeting focused on advancing economic partnership and coordinating diplomatic positions to enhance regional stability.
The Prime Minister’s Media Office stated in a statement, a copy of which was received by 964 Network, that “Al-Zidi received today, Wednesday, at his residence in Washington, the Jordanian Foreign Minister, Mr. Ayman Safadi, on the sidelines of his official visit to the United States of America, during which His Excellency received an official invitation from His Majesty King Abdullah bin Al-Hussein II to visit the Kingdom.”
He added that “during the meeting, ways to develop bilateral relations were discussed, as well as the possibility of enhancing cooperation in various economic and development sectors, and proceeding with the implementation of the Basra-Aqaba oil pipeline project and completing the electrical interconnection project between the two countries, in a way that fulfills the aspirations and interests of the two brotherly peoples.”
He explained that “the meeting addressed developments in regional and international affairs, and views were exchanged on the most prominent issues of common interest, with emphasis on the importance of strengthening security and stability in the region, through supporting diplomatic options in resolving conflicts.”
He added that “for his part, the Jordanian Foreign Minister conveyed the greetings of the King of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan to the Prime Minister, and stressed his country’s keenness to enhance partnership opportunities and develop relations between the two countries.” (LINK)
Source: Dinar Recaps
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