France congratulates Iraq on a successful plan for the Baghdad Summit
France congratulated Iraq on Monday on the success of the organizational plan for the Baghdad Summit.
The Deputy Commander of Joint Operations, Lieutenant General Qais al-Muhammadawi, received the Commander of Air Defense and Air Operations in the French Army, Lieutenant General Laurent Rataud, at the command headquarters in Baghdad, accompanied by the French military attaché in Baghdad, according to a statement by the Security Media Cell - received by the Iraqi News Agency - INA.
During the meeting, aspects of military cooperation between the two sides were reviewed, with Al-Muhammadawi providing a comprehensive briefing on the nature of the work of the Joint Operations Command and the efforts made to enhance security and stability.
Al-Muhammadawi praised "the effective role played by France in supporting Iraq in its war against terrorism and the significant contribution in the fields of training and armament."
"The security situation in Iraq today is witnessing remarkable stability, thanks to the sacrifices of the security forces, the continuous development of armament capabilities, and the increase in capabilities and resources, which have contributed to consolidating security and creating a stable and sustainable environment," said the Deputy Commander of Joint Operations.
In turn, Lieutenant General Rato expressed his thanks and appreciation for the warm welcome, congratulating Lieutenant General Al-Muhammadawi on the success of the organizational plan for the Baghdad Summit and appreciating the great efforts made by the Joint Operations Command.
Lieutenant General Rato praised "the remarkable development in the capabilities of the Iraqi security and military forces, considering it a qualitative leap in the process of building the Iraqi military institution."
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