Secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, Ali Larijani, met with Iraq’s National Security Advisor, Qasim Al-Araji, to discuss enhancing security, intelligence cooperation, and economic ties between the two countries.

Why it matters:
Strengthening security cooperation and economic ties between Iran and Iraq is essential for promoting regional stability, enhancing counterterrorism efforts, and resolving border-related issues.

The big picture:

Iran and Iraq share a multifaceted relationship shaped by deep historical, cultural, and political ties. Both countries face threats from terrorist groups and regional instability, making security and intelligence cooperation a strategic imperative. Strengthening economic partnerships also presents valuable opportunities for mutual growth and increased influence across the region

What they are saying:
Larijani and Al-Araji focused on combating terrorism, boosting intelligence sharing, and expanding economic cooperation. Their discussions also covered regional developments and border issues impacting mutual security interests.

Key points:

The meeting underscored joint efforts to combat terrorism and strengthen intelligence cooperation.
Economic collaboration was identified as a key area for mutual benefit.
Regional developments and border security featured prominently in the discussions.
The talks reflect continued efforts to deepen Iran-Iraq relations amid regional tensions.

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