Baghdad:Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi is set to visit Kuwait, Bahrain, and other nations with which Iraq has strategic interests, as announced by Government Spokesperson Haider Al-Aboudi.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, these foreign visits are motivated by an immediate necessity and a vision for economic and political openness. The Prime Minister aims to prioritize Iraq’s interests throughout his travels. Al-Aboudi highlighted the significance of the Prime Minister’s recent visit to Damascus, describing it as “historic” and noting its role in addressing mutual concerns between the two nations.

Al-Aboudi also emphasized Iraq’s focus on establishing significant economic partnerships and the development of alternative strategic corridors for oil exports. An impending agreement with international companies, including Chevron, aims to construct an Iraqi oil pipeline extending to the port of Baniyas.

Domestically, Al-Aboudi mentioned the government’s efforts to support key strategic security institutions, underscored by the Commander-in-Chief’s decision to lead the National Intelligence Service.