Iraq, Sweden Discuss Embassy Reopening

Iraq has initiated discussions with Sweden to reopen the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and bilateral cooperation between the two nations.

Iraqi National Security Advisor Qasim Al-Araji met on Monday with Jörgen Lindström, Sweden’s chargé d'affaires in Baghdad, to explore steps toward restoring the embassy’s operations.

The meeting was also attended by Anders Wibary, head of the European Union Advisory Mission in Iraq.

According to a statement from the Iraqi National Security Advisor’s office, the discussions focused on enhancing Iraq-Sweden relations across various sectors to serve mutual interests.

The talks also covered regional security developments, with particular attention to the ongoing situation in Syria.

Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to reopening the Swedish embassy in Baghdad, emphasizing the importance of strengthening friendship and partnership between the two countries.