The U.S. envoy to Iraq, Tom Barak, confirmed today, Tuesday, the United States’ commitment to enhancing its partnership with Baghdad and expanding the horizons of joint cooperation in the fields of judiciary, energy, investment, and security.
Barak said in a post on the platform “X,” followed by the News Video Agency after his meeting in the British capital, London, with the Chairman of the Supreme Judicial Council, Faik Zidan, and a number of Iraqi officials, that the meeting witnessed an important exchange of views regarding the future of U.S.-Iraqi relations.
He noted the opportunity to build on the foundations of the long-term partnership between the two countries, through strengthening judicial cooperation and the rule of law, and developing the fields of energy, investment, economic development, and institutional partnerships.
Barak emphasized the importance of the independence of judicial institutions and deepening cooperation between legal systems, considering this essential for enhancing trust and establishing the rule of law.
He confirmed that Washington looks forward to continuing to work with its Iraqi partners to strengthen ties between the two countries and achieve prosperity, stability, and peace in the region.