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Turkey expressed hope to finalize a new comprehensive agreement on using the Ceyhan pipeline for Iraqi oil exports and cooperation in other sectors, while confirming its determination to continue close and constructive dialogue with the new Iraqi government in both bilateral and regional platforms. Turkey's Ambassador to Iraq, Anil Bora Inan, said, "There is great potential for cooperation to deepen and enhance our long-standing energy relations with Iraq, and we are pleased to see mutual understanding supporting this," noting that "resuming oil delivery in September 2025 through the Ceyhan pipeline after a long halt is an important development for both our bilateral relations and regional and global energy security." He added that "negotiations for a new energy agreement between Turkey and Iraq are ongoing, and we wish to conclude them as soon as possible," hoping to finalize a comprehensive agreement for Ceyhan pipeline use and other sectors soon. He explained, "Exporting Iraqi crude through Turkey's pipeline system is part of this new agreement after frequent delegation meetings." Inan emphasized that "Turkey attaches great importance to exporting Iraqi oil through Ceyhan, as the recent closure of the Strait of Hormuz proved Turkey's strategic importance as a viable export route for Iraqi oil," expressing readiness to cooperate in building a pipeline to enable Basra oil exports through Ceyhan. He viewed this as a crucial step in increasing connectivity between Turkey and Iraq and diversifying Iraq's oil export routes, contributing to regional and global energy security. Regarding relations with the new Iraqi government, the ambassador stressed that "a stable, secure, and prosperous Iraq is in the interest of Turkey and the entire region," hoping for the completion of the new government formation process. He expressed looking forward to "strengthening institutional cooperation mechanisms in strategic areas like security, energy, trade, and education with the upcoming Iraqi government," noting that "the recent regional conflict showed again that Iraq must strengthen and diversify its economy," considering "cooperation with Iraq on projects like the (Development Road) as a strategic priority."
