Moscow:Iraq has expressed a desire to strengthen its cooperation with Russia in the oil and gas sector. This development was confirmed during a meeting between Iraq’s Deputy Minister of Oil for Gas Affairs, Izzat Saber Ismail, and Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the meeting took place on the sidelines of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum. Ismail conveyed greetings from Iraq’s President and Prime Minister to Putin and emphasized the nation’s commitment to bolstering bilateral relations. The discussions focused on expanding cooperation in a way that benefits both countries, particularly in the energy sector.

The Ministry of Oil’s statement highlighted Iraq’s interest in leveraging Russian expertise and technology to advance joint projects and partnerships. This initiative aims to optimize the use of natural resources and further develop Iraq’s energy sector. The forum, which Ismail attended, addressed global gas market developments and challenges, while also exploring ways to enhance cooperation among gas-producing nations and encourage investment to secure energy supply and meet global demand.