India and Iraq: Strengthening Bilateral Ties Under New Leadership

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi on becoming Iraq's prime minister. Modi emphasized India's commitment to strengthening diplomatic ties with Iraq. Al-Zaidi rose as the consensus choice after extensive deliberations among Iraq's Coordination Framework. The Iraqi Parliament has approved his government programme and part of his Cabinet.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi for assuming the role of Iraq's prime minister.

Modi highlighted the significance of the longstanding friendship between India and Iraq, expressing a strong commitment to further bolstering their diplomatic relations. Al-Zaidi, known for his business acumen, emerged as a consensus choice following intense negotiations among Iraq's Coordination Framework.

In recent developments, Iraq's Parliament has officially approved a portion of al-Zaidi's Cabinet lineup along with his government programme, marking a significant step in the country’s political landscape.