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Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Falih Al-Zaidi on Monday congratulated Andy Burnham on assuming the premiership of the British government, emphasizing Iraq's keenness to strengthen friendship and cooperation with the United Kingdom. In a post on the 'X' platform, Al-Zaidi stated: "We congratulate Andy Burnham on assuming the leadership of the British government, wishing him success in carrying out his duties for the good and progress of the friendly United Kingdom". He added: "We affirm our commitment to strengthening the historical bilateral friendship between Iraq and Britain in various fields". He also expressed his aspiration to elevate the level of joint cooperation, support economic partnership, and work towards everything that contributes to enhancing the stability and security of the region and the world.
