Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq Meets the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) to Discuss Enhancing Cooperation in Food Security and Sustainable Development

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, met on Friday, 19 December 2025, the Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), Mr. Qu Dongyu, at the Organization’s headquarters in the Italian capital, Rome.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed prospects for joint cooperation between the Republic of Iraq and the FAO, particularly in the areas of food security, sustainable agricultural development, water resource management, and adaptation to the impacts of climate change.

H.E. the Minister affirmed Iraq’s keenness to deepen the strategic partnership with the FAO, commending the Organization’s role in supporting Iraq’s efforts to achieve sustainable agricultural development, especially in areas affected by climate change and environmental challenges.

For his part, the FAO Director-General underscored the special importance Iraq holds for the Organization as one of its founding members in 1945, highlighting that FAO views Iraq as a pivotal partner in the region. He also expressed the Organization’s commitment to continuing its support for Iraq and expanding cooperation programs in a manner that serves sustainable development goals and strengthens food security.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides stressed the importance of maintaining coordination and cooperation in the coming period to achieve mutual interests.