British Ambassador to Iraq, Irfan Siddiq, affirmed on Thursday his country's support for the Iraqi government's efforts to combat corruption, implement financial reforms, strengthen the rule of law, and consolidate weapons under state control. He also commended Baghdad's efforts to promote stability.
The ambassador's remarks came during a meeting with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh al-Zaidi in Baghdad, where the two discussed bilateral relations and ways to strengthen cooperation and enhance partnerships between the two countries in various fields, according to a statement issued by the Iraqi Prime Minister's office.
British Support
Adnan Siddiq stated that his country supports the Iraqi government's efforts to combat corruption, implement financial reforms, strengthen the rule of law, and consolidate weapons under state control. He considered these steps to contribute to establishing stability and strengthening state institutions, praising the Iraqi government's efforts in supporting stability.
The British ambassador affirmed the United Kingdom's readiness to continue cooperating with Iraq in areas of mutual interest, emphasizing the importance of concerted regional and international efforts to reduce tensions, according to the Iraqi News Agency.
British Ambassador: We support Baghdad in combating corruption and controlling weapons.
