Russia’s Lavrov visits Baghdad to discuss bilateral relations, energy cooperation

Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov attends a meeting with members of the ruling United Russia political party to discuss international cooperation and the support of compatriots abroad, in Moscow, Russia, February 3, 2023. Yuri Kochetkov/Pool via REUTERS

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will arrive in Baghdad on late Sunday to discuss boosting bilateral relations and energy cooperation, Iraqi Foreign Ministry spokesman said in a statement.

Lavrov, who is leading a delegation that includes oil and gas companies’ representatives, is scheduled to meet his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein on Monday, Ahmed al-Sahhaf said in a statement.

Sahhaf said the visit will focus on “strategic relations with Russia and to encourage investment opportunities, especially in relating to energy sectors.”

The Russian foreign minister will also meet on Monday Iraqi top officials, including Prime Minister Mohammed al-Sudani, Presi-dent Abdul Latif Rashid and parliament speaker, Sahhaf said.

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