Baghdad: Iraqi Ministry of Trade and the Lebanese Ministry of Economy and Trade signed an agreement and seven memoranda of understanding (MoUs) to promote trade and investment between the two countries. This development occurred during the second session of the Iraqi-Lebanese Joint Committee held in Baghdad.

According to Qatar News Agency, the session was chaired by Minister of Trade Atheer Dawood Al Ghariri on the Iraqi side, and by Minister of Economy and Trade Amer Al Bassat on the Lebanese side. The session was attended by heads and representatives of the Iraqi private sector and their Lebanese counterparts.

The committee's work included the signing of an agreement and seven MoUs, focusing on developing trade exchanges, exports, and cooperation in organizing international and specialized exhibitions. Additional areas covered include land transport of passengers and goods, investment, and mutual recognition of maritime qualification certificates for seafarers. These efforts aim to support economic integration, facilitate trade flow, and exchange technical and scientific expertise.