Lebanese and Maldivian Foreign Ministers Arrive in Baghdad for OIC Meeting


Baghdad:Lebanese Foreign Minister and Minister of Expatriates Youssef Rajji and Maldivian Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam have arrived in Baghdad to participate in the 52nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The meeting is set to take place on October 17-18, 2026.



According to National Iraqi News Agency, the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement confirming the arrival of Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji, who was welcomed by Ambassador Ahmed Nayef, Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Planning Affairs.



In a separate announcement, the ministry also noted the arrival of Maldivian Foreign Minister Iruthisham Adam, who was likewise received by Ambassador Nayef. The arrivals mark Iraq’s preparations to host the ministerial gathering, which will include foreign ministers, heads of delegations, and representatives from OIC member states.