U.S. Special Envoy for Iraq and Syria Tom Barrack and Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaidi discussed Baghdad’s ongoing efforts to place all weapons under the exclusive control of the state, according to a joint statement, Anadolu reports.

Discussions took place during their meeting on Monday, according to a statement released Tuesday by the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad.

He said the meeting addressed “the vision joint aspiration for the Iraqi government to build a brighter future without terrorism,” as well as plans to disarm and disband armed groups outside state control, consolidate all weapons under government authority, and strengthen sovereignty to keep the country out of regional conflict. statement.

The officials reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening trade and investment ties.

They welcomed steps including a Starlink license, talks with Chevron on key oil fields, the return of US energy companies under security guarantees and plans with TI Capital to restore the Kirkuk-Baniyas pipeline, the statement noted.

They also emphasized cooperation on the energy needs of Iraq, including an LNG import terminal project in Khor Zubair.

They emphasized the importance of supporting a “strong, sovereign and united federal democratic Iraq, based on strong constitutional institutions and ensuring full equality for all citizens, in a way that strengthens the unity, stability and prosperity of Iraq,” the statement said.

“President Trump looks forward to welcoming Prime Minister Al-Zaidi to the House of White in mid-July to discuss the future of this important relationship”, said Barrack during the meeting.

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