Türkiye welcomed the new government in Iraq, led by Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi, after it received a vote of confidence in the Iraqi Council of Representatives and assumed office on Thursday.
“We wish Prime Minister Zaidi success in this critical role,” the Turkish foreign ministry said in a statement.
It expressed hope that the new government, during a sensitive period in the region, will take strong steps with a positive agenda towards Iraq’s stability, prosperity and integration with the region.
“As Türkiye, we will continue to provide the necessary support for Iraq’s efforts in this direction,” it said.
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The ministry also reaffirmed Türkiye’s determination to advance cooperation with Iraq in all areas, emphasising deep-rooted ties between the two countries.
Al-Zaidi and the ministers who secured parliamentary confidence took the constitutional oath on Thursday, formally assuming their duties.
