Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi Begins an Official Visit to the United States ….. Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi begins an official visit to the United States today, Monday, leading a high-level official delegation. This marks his first foreign visit since the formation of the government. The visit, which comes at the invitation of U.S. President Donald Trump, aims to advance Iraqi-U.S. relations, strengthen economic and development partnerships, attract investment, and expand the role of U.S. companies in implementing infrastructure projects. It also seeks to develop the energy, oil, and gas sectors, enhance national capabilities in the production of petroleum products and petrochemical industries, and support productive sectors in a manner that contributes to diversifying the national economy. During his talks with U.S. President Donald Trump and officials in the U.S. government, as well as his meetings with representatives of the American business and economic community, the Prime Minister will present a package of strategic initiatives aimed at consolidating the foundations of the strategic partnership between Iraq and the United States in line with the shared interests of both countries. Media Office of the Prime Minister July 13, 2026