Italian Government - Presidency of the Council of Ministers

09/24/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 09/24/2024 14:15

UNGA: President Meloni meets with the Prime Minister of Iraq

The President of the Council of Ministers, Giorgia Meloni, met with the Prime Minister of Iraq, Mohammed Al Sudani, in New York today.

The two leaders discussed bilateral relations, reaffirming the common will to build a strategic partnership between the two nations in all areas, from political to economic collaboration, from security to cultural cooperation.

The meeting also provided an opportunity to reiterate Italy's commitment as part of international support for Iraq's security, providing training for security forces and countering terrorism.

President Meloni and Prime Minister Al Sudani also discussed the situation in the Middle East, agreeing on the need to keep working on a de-escalation in the region.