Baghdad:A joint coordination meeting was chaired by National Security Advisor Qasim Al-Aboudi regarding the establishment of the Advisory Council for Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Experts.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting was conducted in collaboration with the Office of the Prime Minister, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism. It focused on implementing the Council of Ministers’ decision to establish this advisory body.

The National Security Advisory office stated that the meeting discussed the necessary procedures and preparations required for the Council’s establishment. There was a strong emphasis on finalizing the logistical and organizational arrangements needed for the Council to commence its work, in accordance with the objectives outlined in the approved document by the Council of Ministers.

It was agreed to form a joint task force, led by the National Security Advisory office, to oversee and coordinate all necessary preparations. This task force will work in collaboration with relevant authorities to meet all establishment requirements, ensuring the Council is ready to begin its operations in Baghdad.