Dr. Kadhim Atiya Al-Shammari, Head of the Khadamat Parliamentary Bloc, received Mr. Christoph Prommersberger, Chargé d’Affaires of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Iraq, and his accompanying delegation at the bloc’s headquarters in the Iraqi Council of Representatives.
The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between Iraq and the Netherlands, particularly in economic development, digital transformation and agriculture.
Al-Shammari welcomed the delegation and praised the Netherlands’ support for Iraq, including its role in facilitating Iraqi oil exports to European markets. He stressed the importance of strengthening economic partnerships, expanding access to international markets and diversifying Iraq’s revenue sources. He noted that these priorities reflect the Khadamat Alliance’s commitment to economic development and institutional reform through its parliamentary and governmental work.
For his part, Prommersberger thanked Al-Shammari for the invitation and welcomed the alliance’s emphasis on state-building, good governance and justice. He also highlighted the importance of combating corruption and improving government performance.
Prommersberger congratulated the Khadamat Alliance on assuming responsibility for the Ministry of Digital Economy and Governance. He expressed the Netherlands’ readiness to facilitate cooperation with Dutch companies specialising in digital transformation and the modernisation of government procedures, supporting Iraq’s efforts to strengthen its institutions and improve public services.
Dr. Hussam Al-Rubaie, a member of the alliance’s Political Body and its official spokesperson, also attended the meeting. He welcomed the Dutch initiative to send a delegation of agricultural companies to Iraq to assess the sector’s needs, explore opportunities for sharing expertise and introducing modern technologies, and examine prospects for investment and cooperation.
The meeting concluded with both sides reaffirming their commitment to continued dialogue and practical cooperation in support of the two countries’ shared interests.