Manama:Iraq’s National Security Adviser, Qasim Hassan Al-Aboudi, met with Bahrain’s National Security Adviser, Lieutenant General Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa, who is also the Commander of the Royal Guard, to discuss strengthening security cooperation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting occurred on the sidelines of the 22nd Manama Dialogue on regional security, an event organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS) in Bahrain’s capital.

Sheikh Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Al Khalifa, the Head of Bahrain’s Strategic Security Agency, was also present during the discussions. The officials reaffirmed the strong fraternal ties between Iraq and Bahrain and explored ways to enhance bilateral coordination, especially in security and strategic areas, along with the exchange of expertise.

The leaders emphasized the importance of consolidating regional and international security and stability, safeguarding crucial maritime routes, and ensuring freedom of navigation.