'Invest with Iraq': Al Zaidi's appeal to UN

Prime Minister Ali Al Zaidi addressed the UN General Assembly on Friday, urging the world to invest in Iraq. He presented his vision for a strong state, a modernized economy, and a nation recovering from years of conflict. Al Zaidi emphasized Iraq's resources, markets, strategic location, and commitment to building a new economy.

He proposed developing energy links with Turkey, Jordan, and Syria to address the Strait of Hormuz bottleneck and alleviate the impact on global energy prices caused by the shipping blockade in the Middle East. To mitigate risks and consequences for the people, Iraq is diversifying its oil export ports and developing energy lines and corridors linking Iraq, Turkey, Jordan, and Syria. These initiatives aim to contribute to energy security and diversify supply routes.

During his visit to the UN, Al Zaidi met with Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara for the first time. He shared his vision for a strong state and a diversified, modern economy. In New York, Al Zaidi met Syrian President Ahmad Al Shara for the first time. He expressed Iraq's aspiration to become a bridge for dialogue and a center for energy production, offering its hand to everyone based on dialogue and diplomacy.

Iraq, facing numerous years of war and conflict, aims to transition to a new phase where military involvement by other powers will be replaced by economic and development cooperation. With the US-led coalition set to withdraw its forces, Al Zaidi emphasized Iraq's aspiration to become an effective economic power in the region and a bridge for dialogue and cooperation among regional peoples.