PARLIAMENTARY WRITTEN QUESTION
Iraq: Foreign Relations (5 November 2019)
Question Asked
What diplomatic steps he is taking to improve UK relations with the Government of Iraq.
Asked by:
Sir Desmond Swayne (Conservative)
Asked by:
Sir Desmond Swayne (Conservative)
Answer
The Government has developed a close bilateral relationship with Iraq, including hosting a successful visit by President Salih in July and ensuring regular ministerial contact since. I met the Iraqi Ambassador yesterday and spoke to Iraqi Foreign Minister Al-Hakim this morning. The Foreign Secretary spoke to Prime Minister Abdul Mehdi last month. In each conversation we have raised our concerns about the handling of the recent protests, urging restraint and proportionality.
Answered by:
Dr Andrew Murrison (Conservative)
5 November 2019
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