Iraqi ForMin Al-Jaafari: Romania has every right to participate in the reconstruction of Iraq

Romania, as a country that has been on Iraq's side in the fight against Daesh, "has every right" to participate in the reconstruction of Iraq, visiting Iraqi Foreign Minister Ibrahim Al-Eshaiker Al-Jaafari told a joint news conference with his Romanian counterpart Teodor Melescanu on Thursday, in Bucharest.

In his turn, Melescanu underscored again Romania's support for Iraq's sovereignty.

Al-Jaafari thanked Romania for its 50 mentors and trainers who have prepared Iraqi police forces and also for "its readiness to receive and treat combat-wounded service people." He said he discussed with Melescanu the possibility of a memorandum of healthcare cooperation being signed.

He went on to say that they also discussed the situation in Syria and the threat of Daesh.

"The Iraqi Armed Forces have succeeded in defeating this terrorist group because of their unity and the support of the international coalition and the local militias, the Kurdish forces," said Al-Jaafari.

He mentioned that he thanked Romania for its "strong position in support of the sovereignty and integrity of Iraq and its independence." "We talked about the numerous investment opportunities in Iraq; we said that Romania, as a country on our side, has every right to participate in the reconstruction of Iraq," said Al-Jaafari.

He added that he invited Melescanu to visit Iraq. He said that the victory over Daesh in Iraq is "an important experience for the whole world."

Ibrahim Al-Eshaiker Al-Jaafari said he had spoken with his counterpart on "the issue of diplomatic visas and official passports."

In his turn, Melescanu mentioned Iraq's efforts to combat terrorism and the challenges in the region.

The Romanian head diplomat pointed to "the success...