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Written question asked by Desmond Swayne (Conservative) on Wednesday, 30 October 2019, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 5 November 2019 (named day). It was answered by Andrew Murrison (Conservative) on Tuesday, 5 November 2019 on behalf of the Foreign and Commonwealth Office.


Iraq: Foreign Relations

Question

What diplomatic steps he is taking to improve UK relations with the Government of Iraq.

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.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
900304
Session
2019-19
Question not reached
Yes
Notes
Date tabled listed on website as 5 Nov 2019
Subjects
Iraq Foreign relations
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk