Iraq is eager to strengthen relations with Armenia and increase the trade turnover between the two countries, Iraqi ambassador to Yerevan Dr. Suhailan M. Khaleel Al-Joubouri said at a meeting with Minister of Economy Vahan Kerobyan on Friday, November 12.

According to information provided by the Ministry of Economy, Dr. Al-Joubouri stressed the importance of Armenia for Iraq, as well as the fact that Armenians are popular in his country.

The diplomat suggested holding a meeting of the two countries' intergovernmental commission in Baghdad, adding that Iraq is interested in the participation of Armenian construction and energy companies in the reconstruction of Iraq.

Kerobyan too expressed interest in that, noting that the government is ready to support those who'll join the process. The Minister suggested that the Iraqi government consider the introduction of tools facilitating the Armenian companies' entry into the Iraqi market.