The Tunisian ambassador to Iraq, Chokri Latif, met with Iraqi parliamentarian Ahlam al-Husseini on Monday in Baghdad to discuss strengthening parliamentary relations between the two countries. The meeting focused on a program of exchange visits between members of the Tunisian and Iraqi parliaments. This initiative aims to foster greater cooperation and understanding between the two nations. The talks also covered the proposed creation of a Tunisian-Iraqi parliamentary friendship group.
The parliamentary friendship group is expected to play a significant role in enhancing bilateral relations between Tunisia and Iraq. According to a statement released by the Tunisian embassy in Baghdad, the discussions between Latif and al-Husseini were productive and covered various aspects of cooperation. The friendship group will provide a platform for parliamentarians from both countries to engage in dialogue, share experiences, and explore opportunities for collaboration.
Ahlam al-Husseini, a member of the Hikma Movement, was accompanied by Haider Ibrahim Tabla, the head of the movement's external relations office. The meeting highlighted the historical and cultural ties between Tunisia and Iraq, and the need to build on these foundations to strengthen bilateral relations. The two sides emphasized the importance of people-to-people exchanges and cooperation in various fields.
The proposed parliamentary friendship group is part of a broader effort to revitalize ties between Tunisia and Iraq. In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the need to strengthen cooperation between the two countries, particularly in the economic and cultural spheres. The group is expected to help facilitate this process by providing a formal channel for communication and cooperation between parliamentarians.
The meeting between Latif and al-Husseini is a significant step towards achieving this goal. The two sides demonstrated a shared commitment to enhancing bilateral relations and exploring new opportunities for cooperation. The proposed friendship group is expected to be formally established in the coming months, pending approval from the respective parliaments.
The establishment of the parliamentary friendship group has been welcomed by observers, who see it as a positive development in Tunisia-Iraq relations. The group is expected to help promote greater understanding and cooperation between the two countries, and to provide a platform for addressing common challenges and opportunities. This development is seen as part of a broader effort to strengthen ties between Tunisia and its Arab neighbors.
The Tunisian embassy in Baghdad has confirmed that the meeting between Latif and al-Husseini was a success, and that the two sides are committed to following up on the agreements reached. The proposed parliamentary friendship group is expected to make a significant contribution to the development of Tunisia-Iraq relations, and to help promote greater cooperation and understanding between the two countries.
Key points
- Tunisia and Iraq discuss creation of parliamentary friendship group
- Proposed group aims to strengthen parliamentary ties and promote cooperation
- Initiative seen as positive development in Tunisia-Iraq relations
