US President Donald Trump has extended his congratulations to Ali al-Zaidi for being nominated as Iraq’s next Prime Minister. Trump expressed support for the formation of a new government in Baghdad and optimism for enhanced bilateral relations. He emphasized the importance of a government in Iraq that can effectively address security issues and governance challenges.
Trump highlighted the potential for a stronger relationship between the US and Iraq under al-Zaidi’s leadership. He anticipated a productive partnership and described the nomination as a significant moment in bilateral ties. The President expressed his hopes for a future marked by prosperity, stability, and success for both nations.
The statement from Trump comes amid a critical political transition in Iraq. The US maintains a diplomatic presence in the country, focusing on a lasting strategic alliance with the Iraqi government and its people. Efforts to stabilize liberated areas and support Iraq’s sovereignty have been intensified following the defeat of ISIS in 2017.
Iraq is recognized as a vital partner for the US in the region, actively contributing to the Middle East’s positive developments. With established government institutions and ongoing engagement under the US-Iraq Strategic Framework Agreement, the two nations collaborate on diplomatic, political, economic, and security matters.
