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Trump Praises Iraq PM's Washington Visit, Seeks Investment Boost

6/16/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on his mid-July Washington visit, indicating U.S. interest in deeper economic cooperation.
Haider al-Aboudi said the visit aims to broaden Iraq’s partnership with global firms and create an investment-friendly environment for the economy.
Since taking office in May, al-Zaidi has focused on rebuilding the economy, attracting foreign investment, fighting corruption, and curbing Iran-backed militias while balancing ties with Washington and Tehran.

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U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi on his mid-July Washington visit, indicating U.S. interest in deeper economic cooperation.
Haider al-Aboudi said the visit aims to broaden Iraq’s partnership with global firms and create an investment-friendly environment for the economy.
Since taking office in May, al-Zaidi has focused on rebuilding the economy, attracting foreign investment, fighting corruption, and curbing Iran-backed militias while balancing ties with Washington and Tehran.