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Macron discusses with Al-Sudani his visit to Iraq and holding a new version of the Baghdad Conference.

3/15/2025

French President Emmanuel Macron discussed with Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani his upcoming visit to Iraq and the possibility of holding a new edition of the "Baghdad Conference."

This came during a phone call Al-Sudani received from Macron, during which they discussed a range of issues of mutual interest, according to an Iraqi statement received by Shafaq News Agency.

During the call, the two sides agreed that a bilateral team would set a date for Macron's visit to Baghdad and discuss the possibility of holding the third edition of the Baghdad Conference for Cooperation and Partnership .

The call also witnessed a convergence of views between Iraq and France regarding the new political process in Syria, which must reflect social diversity, while emphasizing the need to combat terrorism and extremism and work towards a pluralistic and inclusive political process.

Al-Sudani and Macron also stressed the importance of stabilizing Lebanon, strengthening efforts to rebuild Gaza, maintaining the truce, and preventing any escalation that might arise as a result of non-compliance.

Regarding the situation in the region, it was agreed to coordinate jointly to enhance stability and avoid further escalation, while emphasizing the importance of finding a peaceful solution to the Iranian issue, avoiding the risk of escalation, and resolving disputes through dialogue.

According to the statement, the Iraqi Prime Minister affirmed Baghdad's commitment to maintaining bilateral relations and strengthening cooperation at various levels, particularly in the economic and cultural fields. He also pointed to the important projects undertaken by French companies and the possibility of expanding them in light of the French President's upcoming visit to Iraq.

For his part, Macron expressed his country's desire to continue cooperation with Iraq in various fields, stressing France's readiness to coordinate with Iraq in the fight against terrorism, given its global challenge and threat at the local and regional levels. He also praised Iraq's role and efforts in combating terrorism.

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