Pretoria: National Security Advisor Qasim Al-Aboudi discussed ways to strengthen friendly relations and cooperation-particularly in the security and defense sectors-with South Africa’s Minister of Defence, Angie Motshekga.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Al-Aboudi visited the Republic of South Africa following an official invitation to participate in a defense industry exhibition attended by numerous official delegations and international companies specializing in defense industries.

The National Security Advisory’s statement noted that Al-Aboudi commenced his visit by meeting with South Africa’s Minister of Defence and Military Veterans, Angie Motshekga. They explored issues of mutual interest and ways to enhance friendly relations and cooperation between Iraq and South Africa, focusing on the security and defense fields to serve the shared interests of both countries and their peoples.

On the sidelines of the exhibition, Al-Aboudi also engaged in meetings with officials and representatives of participating delegations. These discussions covered prospects for cooperation and the exchange of expertise, as well as ways to develop bilateral relations in areas of mutual interest.