Jeddah Summit..full support for the sovereignty and stability of Iraq

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"Jeddah Summit" praises Iraq's diplomacy and denies the existence of the "Arab NATO"

Sunday 17 July 2022 222

 

 Baghdad: Muhammad Al-Ansari

 

The leaders participating in the "Jeddah Summit for Security and Development" that concluded in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia yesterday, Saturday, welcomed the positive role played by Iraq in facilitating communication and building confidence among the countries of the region, stressing their full support for Iraq's sovereignty, security, stability, development and prosperity, and for all its efforts in combating terrorism. At a time when Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi proposed the establishment of the "Middle East Bank for Development and Integration" with the participation of the countries of the region to secure and implement strategic projects in them and achieve prosperity and stability for their peoples.

Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi and his accompanying delegation returned home yesterday evening, Saturday, after participating in the "Jeddah Summit".

Al-Kazemi said in his speech during the summit: "We meet today amid sensitive regional and international challenges, and also amid great hopes and aspirations that cooperation efforts, building bridges of trust, and giving priority to the language of dialogue will bear fruit in order to achieve a stable environment that guarantees a decent life for the peoples of the region."

He added, "Iraq seeks to enhance the dialogue environment in our region, and considers that the atmosphere of economic cooperation and security coordination between all brothers in the region directly serves the interests of our people as well as the interests of all the peoples of the region." 

He continued, "We have taken initiatives to enhance dialogue, cooperation and partnership in the region, and Iraq is following this approach, which is in its national interest and the interest of the region in general."

Al-Kazemi suggested establishing the "Middle East Bank for Development and Integration in partnership with the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, Egypt and Jordan," noting that "the bank is interested in sustainable regional development by financing strategic projects in the region."

At the conclusion of the "Jeddah Summit for Security and Development" yesterday, Saturday, a joint statement was issued by the participating countries: "Iraq, the United States of America, Egypt, Jordan and the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf." its efforts in combating terrorism,” the leaders also welcomed “the positive role played by Iraq to facilitate communication and build confidence among the countries of the region.”

The leaders praised "the electrical interconnection agreements between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Iraq, the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf and Iraq, between the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and each of Jordan and Egypt, and the electrical linkage between Egypt, Jordan and Iraq."

The leaders also welcomed "US President Joseph Biden's affirmation of the importance that the United States attaches to its decades-long strategic partnerships in the Middle East," and the leaders affirmed "their common vision for a region of peace and prosperity, and the importance that requires taking all necessary measures in order to preserve the region's security and stability." .

On the sidelines of the summit, Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi met US President Joseph Biden, and "the two leaders stressed during the meeting their mutual commitment to the strong bilateral partnership between Iraq and the United States, in accordance with the (strategic framework) agreement, and their determination to proceed with security coordination to ensure that ISIS does not return from new".

Al-Kazemi also met, on the sidelines of the summit, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi, UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Emir of Qatar Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, and King of Bahrain Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, and Al-Kazemi discussed with the leaders regional issues and files of common interest.

In turn, Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal bin Farhan welcomed, in the press conference held after the summit, the important Iraqi role in the talks between the Kingdom and the Islamic Republic of Iran. The technical side is with Israel, and there is no such thing as an Arab NATO.”

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Saleh stresses reconciliation between Iran and the Arabs and getting Syria out of "chaos"

• Time: 07/18/2022 09:16:45
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{Political: Al Furat News} The President of the Republic, Barham Salih, considered that the countries of the Middle East must learn from the past and work together for security and prosperity.

In an interview with CNN, Saleh commented on whether US President Joe Biden was right about returning to the Iran nuclear agreement, saying: "Iran is a major player in that part of the world, and for me, in Iraq, we have A long border with Iran, we have all kinds of interactions..cultural..social..common security interests..you name it..so this is clearly a matter of consequences for us, and it is a consequence of the broader region, and indeed the world.”

Saleh added: "There are no military solutions, and we need a diplomatic end to this impasse, and we need a security arrangement in the Middle East, where we meet to combat terrorism, which remains a major problem."

He pointed out that there must be a nuclear agreement with Iran, and that there should be some kind of reconciliation between Iran and the Arabs.

Barham Salih explained that "Iraq plays a very important role in time to mediate between the Saudis and the Iranians," adding: "There were a number of talks that took place in Baghdad between Iran and other Arab neighbors, and there are some important atmospheres that have improved."

And Saleh continued, "At the end of the day, we need to sit at the same table and talk about the problems that are caused by our voters..At the end of the day, yes America is important..yes the world is important, but also our own priority in our part of the world is important." .

While the presenter said: "But this is not where things are going now..what is happening is that Saudi Arabia is making a tacit alliance with Israel..the United States has effectively established an open alliance, and this is very similar to the strategy of containment of two warring camps." .

The Iraqi president commented, "I think this is again..if you go back to history, this is a recipe for repeating the terrible tragedies of the past..this part of the world cannot continue like this..we are fortunate to have oil, but we have very serious economic and social challenges." , we need infrastructure that can link our economies together.. we need joint action against climate change.. Iraq can't do it alone.. Saudi Arabia can't do it alone, Iran can't do it alone, and the Turks can't They should do it alone.. Ultimately, Syria must be brought back to the corner, and we must find a way to get Syria out of the chaos it has been in today for a long time."

And he added, "While we focus on the main headlines of the interstate rivalries, between the Iranians and the Saudis, between this and that, in the end there are really great challenges facing every country in that part of the world.. We don't want to go back to the past where we are part of one side." Against the other, we did it and paid a heavy price."

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Al-Kadhimi Advisor: Middle East Bank will open the door to investments in Iraq

economy |   09:22 - 18/07/2022

 

Al-Kadhimi Advisor: Middle East Bank will open the door to investments in Iraq (mawazin.net)

 

Baghdad - Mawazine News

Prime Minister Haitham al-Jubouri's technical advisor announced Monday that the Middle East Bank's joint investment proposal will be an investment portfolio, while noting that the budget approval stages need a long time to complete.
"The establishment of the Middle East Joint Investment Bank is very important and may have a positive impact on Iraq in the first place, because Iraq has great opportunities for investment," al-Jubouri said.
"This bank will be an investment portfolio, and it is a great experience that exists in most countries of the world," he said, adding that "the Iraqi money that will be in this bank is protected."
"The stages of approving the budget need a long time, which may not be enough for the rest of the year to be completed," al-Jubouri said.

 

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On 7/16/2022 at 9:23 AM, yota691 said:

'Jeddah Summit'

Pictures from Al-Kazemi's reception in Saudi Arabia

2022.07.15 - 22:55

 

Baghdad - people   

Pictures showed part of the reception of the Saudi Crown Prince, Mohammed bin Salman, Prime Minister Mustafa Al-Kazemi, in the city of Jeddah.   

  

  

  

Al-Kazemi's media office said in a statement that "Nass" received a copy of it (July 15, 2022): "The Prime Minister, Mr. Mustafa Al-Kazemi, arrived today, Friday, to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, accompanied by a high-ranking government delegation to participate in the Jeddah Summit for Security and Development, and was received by him." Mr. Al-Kazemi, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud.  

  

He added, "The Prime Minister will participate in the Jeddah Summit, according to an invitation received by Iraq from Saudi Arabia, in the presence of the Gulf Cooperation Council, Iraq, Egypt, Jordan, in addition to the United States of America."  

  

He continued, "The summit will discuss files of cooperation in the fields of economy, energy, and the challenges brought about by the Corona pandemic, the food security crisis, as well as climate changes."  

  

 

  

  

  

  

  

Before leaving Baghdad, Al- Kazemi confirmed today, Friday, Iraq's ability to restore its leading role, through a policy of balance and zeroing in on problems.   

  

Al-Kazemi said during a press conference, "Today we are responding to an invitation received by Iraq to participate in the Jeddah conference, which will be attended by the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, the Arab Republic of Egypt, in addition to the United States of America."    

  

He added, "The conference will discuss prospects for cooperation in the field of energy, development, climate change, the challenges brought about by the Corona pandemic, the challenges of the war in Ukraine, and the repercussions of this war on food security." He continued, "I know that there are rumors from some that the conference has other goals, I say with all transparency: that this is inaccurate information, and attempts to confuse Iraq's role and restore its role in the region and in support system" rel="">support of its brothers and neighbors. This information is incorrect and there is no other agenda except for Coordination and cooperation on the issues raised.    

  

He pointed out that "Iraq has not and will not be, neither today nor tomorrow, in any military axis or alliance. The national interest is the goal of these meetings, in order to reach common points that will reflect on the lives of citizens," stressing that "Iraq's position is firm and clear on the Palestinian issue and is not It is debatable, and Iraq cannot be a starting point for threatening any of the neighboring countries, and we will not allow any party to take Iraq as a starting point to threaten the neighbors, or create problems by using Iraqi lands.”    

  

And he indicated that "during two years, we worked quietly to restore Iraq's role, and to make its policy clear in terms of balance, zeroing problems and working on moderation. Iraq in the past was a meeting place for civilizations, and today it will be a forum to bring views closer and reduce damages to the Iraqi people." Al-Kazemi said: "Praise be to God, Iraq has ended its isolation, and has become an effective element in the region, serving neighboring countries, and bringing points of view closer, all for the benefit of the Iraqi citizen."    

  

He pointed out that "Iraq is the country most affected by climate change, and that is why we have taken a decision to open up to all our brothers and friends in the world by benefiting from their experiences in addressing this challenge with climate change and water issues." He continued: "Our motto from the first day of this government is: Iraq is first, and we will continue with this approach in order to serve our people, and our position is clear on the Palestinian issue, and there is nothing on the agenda of the conference to discuss the issue of normalization."    

  

Al-Kazemi explained, "We will discuss with the Americans what we agreed on in the strategic agreement, and activate agreements in the field of education, culture, health, and other areas that are reflected in the economic role." In advance, "thanks to all the brothers who participated in the unified Friday prayer in Sadr City, east of Baghdad, which follows the path of the martyr Muhammad Muhammad Sadiq al-Sadr."    

  

The Prime Minister also wished "the political parties to invest in the initiative put forward by Muqtada al-Sadr, which is a national initiative that deserves thanks, and for the political forces to benefit from this proposal in order to find solutions to our problems, and work to establish an Iraqi national government that serves all Iraqis."    

  

"Today, we are in dire need of wisdom, patience, reconciliation with ourselves, and restoring confidence for the sake of Iraq and the Iraqis," he stressed.    

AND,,,Joey gives a fist bump!

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'Joey of Arabia' doesn't stand an 'ice cube's chance' in the desert
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Between red and violet .. Why did Saudi Arabia change the color of the carpets for the reception of leaders?

2022.07.22 - 09:08

 

Baghdad - people  

Numerous photos have surfaced in English and Korean publications claiming to explain how Saudi Arabia treats world leaders "differently" by laying rugs of different colors upon their arrival.  

 

  

  

The publications indicate that former US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin were more welcome than US President Joe Biden and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson, because they got red carpets, not purple.  

  

  

That claim began circulating online after US President Joe Biden concluded a four-day trip to Israel and Saudi Arabia - his first trip to the Middle East since taking office.  

  

  

This claim, however, is misleading. The kingdom changed the color of its festive carpet from red to purple in 2021.  

  

The misleading posts relied on images of Trump and Putin that preceded the carpet policy change.  

  

And the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia chose the purple color as the approved color for the carpets for the reception ceremonies of the official guests of the state, including presidents, ministers, ambassadors, and representatives of brotherly and friendly countries, in addition to the carpets used in various official occasions, according to the official news agency (SPA).   

  

According to the agency, the "purple" carpet matches the color of the kingdom's deserts and plateaus in the spring when it is adorned with the color of the lavender flower, and other plants such as basil and basil, which collectively form a natural cover in a purple color, reflecting the Kingdom's welcome to its passers-by, and its generosity that is similar to the generosity of its people. Through the color of a giving nature, she lives at her finest.  

  

Saudi Arabia has linked changing the color of carpets to the Kingdom’s vision for 2030, “in terms of continuous renewal, growing pride in the roots of history, identity and civilization, and celebrating the implications of culture that are embodied in the earth, man and time.”  

  

The initiative to change the "reception ceremony carpets" came with a joint cooperation between the Ministry of Culture and the Royal Ceremonies, without there being any relationship at all between the color of the carpet and the extent of the celebration of the guest received by the Kingdom.   

  

"AFP"