Trump meets Iraqi Prime Minister to discuss economic cooperation and disarmament

Baghdad’s prime minister announced that the partnership between Iraq and the United States is moving away from a primarily security‑focused framework toward a broader economic collaboration. Speaking at a press conference in the capital, he said the two nations would deepen trade, investment and infrastructure projects while maintaining cooperation on counter‑terrorism, and he pledged to continue efforts to disarm all armed factions operating within Iraq’s borders.

The shift follows a series of high‑level meetings in recent weeks, during which U.S. officials outlined a new assistance package aimed at boosting Iraq’s energy sector, rebuilding war‑damaged roads and expanding digital connectivity. The prime minister reiterated that the disarmament of militias, many of which were originally formed with foreign backing, remains a priority for national stability and for attracting foreign investment. He urged all political groups to support the economic agenda, emphasizing that a peaceful, prosperous Iraq is essential for the long‑term success of the bilateral relationship.