Iraq has renewed its commitment to strengthening economic ties with Lebanon and making trade between the two countries easier by reducing unnecessary barriers.
Iraqi Finance Minister Faleh Sari met with Lebanese Trade Minister Amer al-Bsat and his delegation on Sunday to discuss ways to increase trade and speed up financial and customs procedures for the movement of goods and services. They also discussed investment opportunities in the financial and business sectors.
Sari said the Iraqi government wants to build stronger economic relations with Lebanon and encourage businesses in both countries to work together on joint projects.
For his part, al-Bsat welcomed Iraq’s efforts to improve relations between the two countries and stressed the importance of continued cooperation and coordination to strengthen their economic partnership.