London:The Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs, Mohsen Al-Mandlawi, met with Stephen Doughty, the British Minister of State for the Middle East and North Africa, on Tuesday at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office in London.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the meeting concentrated on strengthening bilateral relations between Iraq and the United Kingdom. Discussions included developing joint cooperation across political, economic, and strategic areas to benefit both nations.

The dialogue between Al-Mandlawi and Doughty addressed the effects of ongoing crises on energy prices and the economic impacts of regional tensions. They examined potential solutions to enhance regional security and stability while mitigating the economic challenges facing the global economy.

The session also highlighted the importance of advancing economic and investment partnerships. There was a particular emphasis on encouraging British companies to increase their investments in Iraq, especially within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Moreover, the discussions explored ways to enhance institutional cooperation, share expertise, and implement the outcomes of existing bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding.