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Strengthening Ties Between the UAE and Iraq

During the meeting, Noura Al Kaabi conveyed the greetings of His Highness

Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and His Highness

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of

the UAE. She expressed the leaders’ best wishes for the continued advancement

and progress of Iraq and its people. In return, Masrour Barzani transmitted his

greetings to the UAE leadership, emphasizing the shared goals of both nations.

Expanding Areas of Cooperation

The two leaders examined the longstanding, friendly relations between the UAE

and Iraq, particularly the Kurdistan Region. They explored various areas for

enhancing collaboration, reaffirming the deep historical ties that bind their

countries in political, economic, cultural, and humanitarian aspects. The dialogue

underscored a mutual interest in further developing these connections, ensuring that

both nations benefit from diversified cooperation.

A Collaborative Cultural Initiative

This significant meeting coincided with the participation of the UAE in an official

ceremony to inaugurate several cultural and heritage sites that were reconstructed

in Mosul, Iraq. This initiative, funded by the UAE in collaboration with UNESCO,

exemplifies the commitment to preserving cultural heritage and emphasizes the role

of cooperation in fostering community ties. Noura Al Kaabi, leading a delegation

alongside Sheikh Salem Al Qasimi, Minister of Culture, and other officials,

showcased the UAE’s dedication to supporting Iraq through cultural revitalization

efforts.

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