Baghdad:Iraq’s Transport Minister, Wahab Al-Hassani, has reaffirmed his country’s commitment to enhancing cooperation with Turkey, focusing on providing safe and efficient transport routes to facilitate the movement of goods and expand economic partnerships between the two nations.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Al-Hassani’s comments came during a meeting with Turkish Ambassador to Baghdad, Anil Bora Inan, and a delegation of Turkish business representatives. The gathering, also attended by Iraqi businessmen, centered on developing cooperation in transport and logistics services, as well as the Development Road project.

The meeting addressed various observations and proposals concerning freight movement, transit procedures, and customs, particularly at the Ibrahim Khalil border crossing. Al-Hassani assured that the Ministry is ready to provide necessary facilities and coordinate with relevant authorities to overcome obstacles, ensuring solutions that benefit all involved parties.

Al-Hassani also took the opportunity to congratulate the Turkish delegation on their National Day, highlighting the strong economic, political, and security ties between Iraq and Turkey. He emphasized the Ministry’s dedication to fulfilling Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi’s directives to enhance bilateral cooperation and expand mutual interests.

The Turkish delegation expressed their appreciation for the Minister’s cooperation and responsiveness. They underscored the significance of the Development Road project and other Iraqi transport sectors in boosting trade and expanding partnerships between the two countries.