Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, Meets His Spanish Counterpart on the Sidelines of the Doha Forum

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, met on Saturday, 6 December 2025, with the Spanish Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. José Manuel Albares, on the sidelines of their attendance in the 23rd edition of the Doha Forum in the State of Qatar.

During the meeting, both sides underscored the importance of strengthening bilateral relations, and advancing their mutual interests across various fields.

H.E. the Spanish Minister expressed his country’s readiness to conclude a strategic partnership agreement with the Republic of Iraq, which would establish a comprehensive framework for the distinguished relations between the two sides.

For his part, H.E. the Minister of Foreign of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq highlighted Iraq’s appreciation for its relations with the Kingdom of Spain and the European Union, commending NATO’s support and ongoing cooperation with the Iraqi Ministry of Defense. H.E. also reviewed developments in the political process in Iraq, noting the efforts being made among Iraqi parties to form an inclusive national government.

The two sides also discussed regional developments, particularly the situations in Gaza and Lebanon, and stressed the importance of achieving stability in the region and supporting efforts aimed at de-escalation.

At the conclusion of the meeting, H.E. the Minister extended an invitation to his Spanish counterpart to participate in an international conference on counterterrorism scheduled to be held in Baghdad in May 2026.