Türkiye’s Intelligence Chief Ibrahim Kalin and Iraqi Parliament Speaker Heybet Halbusi met in Ankara on Thursday to advance regional security and cooperation between the two countries.
The meeting addressed regional and international issues, while the sides assessed steps that could be taken to advance security cooperation and resolve outstanding issues. They also discussed cooperation mechanisms that would support regional security and stability.
Water, agriculture and the Development Road Project discussed
Kalin and Halbusi discussed the development of Iraq’s water resources, agricultural projects, reconstruction, housing and infrastructure efforts. They also assessed what could be done under the Development Road Project to deepen strategic and economic cooperation between the two countries.
Bringing weapons in Iraq under state control
The meeting also addressed issues related to a program aimed at bringing weapons in Iraq under state control.
Halbusi reiterated his support for the ongoing Terror-Free Türkiye process and said its success would have important consequences for the entire region.
Kalin and Halbusi agreed to strengthen close cooperation on bilateral and regional issues.