Damascus, Syria – Syria and Iraq discussed ways to enhance bilateral cooperation in several vital sectors and agreed to form a high-level joint coordination committee.
This comes as part of their efforts to develop relations between the two countries
and expand economic, security, and service-related cooperation.
Economic and service cooperation
The Syrian Foreign Ministry stated that the talks addressed strengthening cooperation in the energy, water, and agriculture sectors.
The two sides also discussed rehabilitating oil pipelines to support shared interests
and improve economic infrastructure between the two countries.
Both sides emphasized the importance of expanding cooperation in development sectors.
They also stressed the need to work on removing obstacles hindering the implementation of joint projects,
in order to serve the interests of both peoples and enhance opportunities for development and economic stability.
Supreme Coordination Committee
The two sides agreed to form a high-level joint coordination committee
to oversee the implementation of agreements reached between Syria and Iraq.
In addition, the committee will work to strengthen communication and consultation mechanisms on issues of mutual interest.
This initiative reflects a commitment to establishing institutional cooperation
that ensures ongoing coordination between the two countries.
It also contributes to advancing bilateral relations to higher levels across various fields.
Security coordination and support for stability
The talks also addressed strengthening security coordination and joint cooperation to support the security of Syria and Iraq.
This contributes to enhancing regional stability in light of the security and regional challenges facing both countries.
Both sides emphasized the importance of continued coordination on security issues of mutual concern.
They also stressed joint efforts to confront challenges threatening security and stability,
in addition to supporting efforts aimed at consolidating regional stability.
These talks reflect the two countries’ commitment to expanding
bilateral cooperation through parallel economic, service, and security channels.
Furthermore, the two sides are focusing on developing joint coordination mechanisms and implementing strategic projects
that can bolster relations between Damascus and Baghdad and strengthen shared interests in the coming period.
