Iraqi Foreign Minister: Ending the UNAMI mission in Iraq reflects the progress and stability achieved

 Iraqi Foreign Minister: Ending the UNAMI mission in Iraq reflects the progress and stability achieved.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres expressed his pride in the ongoing cooperation with Iraq on Saturday, while Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein affirmed his country's appreciation for the international organization's role during previous phases.

A statement from the Iraqi Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), stated that "Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein received the Secretary-General of the United Nations, Antonio Guterres, upon his arrival at Baghdad International Airport."

The statement explained that "this visit came on the occasion of the announcement of the end of the work of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI), after years of carrying out its tasks in supporting the political process, promoting stability, and providing advice and assistance in various fields."

During the reception, the Minister affirmed the Iraqi government's appreciation for the role played by the United Nations and UNAMI in supporting Iraq during previous phases, noting that "the termination of the mission's work reflects the progress and stability achieved, and embodies Iraq's ability to manage its national affairs and strengthen its sovereignty and constitutional institutions."

For his part, the Secretary-General of the United Nations expressed his "pride in the existing cooperation with Iraq," stressing "the continued support of the international organization for Iraq through new cooperation frameworks that are appropriate for the next stage, and that enhance sustainable development and international partnership."

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Baghdad this morning to participate in the official ceremony marking the end of the mandate of the United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq  link