Baghdad:A regular joint meeting was recently held between the Fifth Region Border Command of Iraq and the Northern and Eastern Region Border Guard Commands of Saudi Arabia. The focus of this meeting was to discuss strategies for strengthening border security and to develop mechanisms for enhanced security coordination and cooperation between the two nations.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the meeting is part of ongoing efforts to bolster joint security cooperation between the Republic of Iraq and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These efforts are aimed at maintaining border security and establishing mechanisms for continued collaboration in security matters.

The Iraqi delegation was led by Major General Rahim Younis Rahim, commander of the Fifth Region Border Command. On the Saudi side, the delegation was headed by Major General Faleh bin Falah bin Hathlin, commander of the Northern Region Border Guard, and Major General Ali bin Abdullah bin Ali Al-Ahmari, commander of the Eastern Region Border Guard.

The discussions focused on several issues of mutual security interest, exploring ways to enhance coordination and cooperation. This collaboration is expected to contribute to tighter control of the border, strengthen security and stability, and address security challenges, aligning with the shared interests of both countries.