Moscow:The Ministry of Oil has confirmed Iraq’s interest in enhancing cooperation with the Russian Federation in the oil and gas sector. This initiative focuses on leveraging expertise and advanced technology while encouraging partnerships and joint projects aimed at optimizing the investment of natural resources and developing the energy sector.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Deputy Minister of Oil for Gas Affairs, Izzat Sabir Ismail, led the Iraqi delegation and met with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Moscow.

During the meeting, the Deputy Minister relayed greetings from the President of the Republic and the Prime Minister to the Russian President. He emphasized their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between the two countries to serve the mutual interests of both nations.