Prime Minister Mr. Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi receives the British Ambassador to Iraq •••••••••• Today, Thursday, the Prime Minister, Mr. Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi, received the British Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Irfan Siddiq. During the meeting, Iraqi-British bilateral relations were discussed, and the importance of consolidating cooperation and strengthening partnerships in various fields, in order to achieve the common interests of the two friendly countries. The latest developments in the situation in the region were also discussed, and the importance of concerted regional and international efforts to reduce tensions and adopt dialogue and communication as a way to end crises and establish security and stability were also discussed. The British Ambassador affirmed his country's support for the Iraqi government's efforts to fight corruption, financial reform steps, strengthening the rule of law, and restricting weapons to the state, which contributes to consolidating stability and strengthening state institutions, praising the Iraqi government's efforts to support stability, stressing the United Kingdom's readiness to continue cooperation with Iraq in areas of common interest. ••••• Media Office of the Prime Minister August 13, 2026