Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi announced Wednesday that China will deepen collaboration with Iraq to protect shared interests of developing countries. The vow came during talks with Iraqi Deputy PM Fuad Hussein in Beijing, where both sides emphasized principles like 'non-interference in internal affairs' – a key theme for Global South solidarity.
💡 Why It Matters
As founding members of the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, Iraq and China are doubling down on economic growth and anti-terrorism efforts. 'China supports Iraq in safeguarding its sovereignty and territorial integrity,' Wang stressed, indirectly addressing geopolitical tensions.
🌱 Roots of Partnership
Iraq was among the first Arab states to establish diplomatic ties with China
Beijing backs Baghdad’s development goals and livelihood improvements
Joint opposition to external meddling in domestic affairs
The meeting coincides with the 10th Ministerial Conference of the China-Arab forum, a hub for South-South cooperation strategies.
