In a significant move towards enhancing stability in West Asia, Iran and Iraq on Monday pledged to deepen their bilateral cooperation. The announcement came from a joint press conference held in Tehran, attended by Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Iraq's Parliament Speaker Mahmoud al-Mashhadani.
Speaker Qalibaf emphasized the importance of expanding political and economic relations, stating, \"We seek to increase our bilateral political and economic relations, which will contribute to ensuring peace and stability in the region and among the neighboring Arab, non-Arab and Muslim states.\" He further highlighted that the ties between the Iranian and Iraqi people, parliaments, and governments are reaching new heights. As two Muslim-majority nations, both countries reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the resistance front and upholding the dignity of the Muslim world.
On his part, Speaker Mashhadani outlined the key topics discussed during his visit, including borders, economic relations, and security cooperation. He stated, \"We discussed the means to support the security stability of the region,\" and assured Iran that Iraq would remain a steadfast neighbor and a supportive ally, referring to the relationship as Iraq being Iran's \"wings.\" Mashhadani expressed optimism that these strengthened ties would pave the way for further improvements in bilateral relations.
This renewed collaboration between Iran and Iraq is seen as a pivotal step towards fostering regional security and economic growth, benefiting not only the two nations but also their neighboring countries.
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