PM Al Zaidi meets Lebanese counterpart Nawaf Salam in New York

New York (IraqiNews.com) – Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Faleh Al-Zaidi reaffirmed Iraq’s commitment to supporting Lebanon and expanding bilateral economic cooperation during talks with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in New York. According to an official press release issued by the Prime Minister’s Media Office and reported by the Iraqi News Agency (INA), the meeting took place on Monday, September 21, 2026, at Al-Zaidi’s residence on the sidelines of his participation in the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly. The discussions focused on broadening diplomatic and trade ties between Baghdad and Beirut, with particular emphasis on commercial exchanges and cross-border economic integration. Al-Zaidi underscored the depth of historical and fraternal relations uniting the two nations, noting that Iraq remains dedicated to extending institutional assistance to Lebanon and pursuing cooperative frameworks that advance reciprocal interests amid ongoing economic headwinds. The two leaders reviewed prevailing geopolitical developments and regional security dynamics, highlighting the need for close policy coordination and joint diplomatic engagement. Both prime ministers emphasized that sustained dialogue is vital to advancing de-escalation, safeguarding the security and territorial integrity of regional states, and containing broader conflicts that threaten regional stability.