Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein on Saturday evening reaffirmed his country’s commitment to strengthening joint Islamic action and unifying positions on critical issues, foremost among them the Palestinian cause.
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Speaking at the opening of the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), hosted by Baghdad, Hussein said Iraq was working to strengthen joint Islamic action and coordinate positions on key issues, particularly the Palestinian cause, stressing support for the legitimate national rights of the Palestinian people.
He also stressed the need to end the occupation, halt settlement activity and violations, ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid to Palestinians, and protect the holy city of Jerusalem while preserving its historical and legal identity and status.
Hussein underscored the importance of respecting the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of states, resorting to dialogue and international law, and avoiding policies that lead to escalating tensions.
He said regional stability was a shared responsibility requiring greater mutual trust and stronger principles of good-neighborly relations. He also called for launching the Gulf Joint Security Initiative (2+6) as a framework for dialogue and understanding among the countries of the region, contributing to reducing tensions, containing crises and strengthening regional security and stability.
Hussein highlighted the importance of expanding cooperation among Islamic countries in trade, investment, energy, infrastructure, digital transformation, science and technology. He also called for stronger cooperation in addressing climate change, developing renewable energy and clean technologies, and improving water management.
Source: Petra
