Jordan, Iraq form strategic depth for each other- says House speaker

Lower House Speaker Abdel Moneim Odat, on Thursday, said that Jordan and Iraq form a “strategic depth” for each other.

Odat made remarks as he met with his Iraqi counterpart Mohammed Al-Halbousi at the Iraqi Parliament, stressing that Iraq’s security is an integral part of Jordan’s security and the Middle East region will not enjoy stability without Iraq’s stability.

The meeting touched on continued contact among permanent committees of both parliaments to alleviate any obstacles facing bilateral cooperation.

For his part, Al-Halbousi commended Jordan and His Majesty King Abdullah’s support for Iraq in facing challenges, enhancing bilateral ties and cooperation in various spheres.

Source: Jordan News Agency

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