Baghdad: Head of the State of Law Coalition, Nouri al-Maliki, received Bafel Talabani, head of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), and his accompanying delegation at his office today.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting addressed the latest political and security developments in the country, emphasizing the importance of strengthening cooperation and coordination among national forces to consolidate stability and support the state and its constitutional institutions.

The two sides discussed the issue of constitutional entitlements, stressing the need to adhere to them and respect the legal frameworks in selecting the presidential candidate and committing to appointing the designated candidate for prime minister, thus reinforcing the principle of national partnership and safeguarding the democratic process.

Both sides also emphasized the importance of continuing constructive dialogue among the various political forces and working with a spirit of national responsibility to overcome current challenges and achieve the aspirations of the Iraqi people for security, stability, and development.