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Jordan and Iraq Advance Energy Ties With Major Pipeline Talks

Jordan and Iraq have renewed high-level discussions on strategic energy projects.
The talks highlighted Jordan-Iraq oil pipeline cooperation as a key regional priority.
Both sides also emphasized electricity grid interconnection plans to support energy stability.

The Jordan-Iraq oil pipeline cooperation dominated discussions between senior parliamentary leaders.
Officials from both countries described the project as economically and strategically vital.
They linked it to broader efforts to strengthen long-term bilateral partnerships.

Senate President Faisal Fayez said Jordan values its historic relationship with Iraq.
He stressed that shared interests and regional stability guide both countries’ cooperation.
Fayez added that leadership in Jordan supports expanding economic and investment ties.
He called for stronger joint projects that benefit both peoples and markets.

Fayez also highlighted major infrastructure plans, including the oil export route.
He noted that Iraq would gain a reliable corridor to global energy markets.
Jordan would also benefit through transit revenues and energy security.
He described Jordan-Iraq oil pipeline cooperation as a transformative regional project.

Speaker of the Iraqi Council of Representatives Haibat Halbousi expressed appreciation for Jordan’s role.
He praised Amman’s support for Iraq during key political and economic challenges.
Halbousi said his delegation visit reflects deepening trust between both legislatures.
He emphasized Iraq’s push to diversify oil export routes beyond traditional channels.

Halbousi pointed to growing risks affecting regional maritime shipping lanes.
He said Iraq needs stable alternatives to protect long-term energy exports.
He described the Basra-Aqaba route as a strategic solution that improves resilience.
Officials also linked this plan again to Jordan-Iraq oil pipeline cooperation, calling it a national priority.

Energy discussions also focused on electricity interconnection between Jordan and Iraq.
Officials noted that Iraq seeks additional electricity imports to meet rising demand.
Jordan highlighted its capacity to support regional power exchange and stability.
Both sides agreed that stronger energy ties could boost economic development.

Leaders concluded that cooperation in oil and electricity strengthens regional integration.
They stressed continued coordination to advance infrastructure and investment projects.
Both governments aim to turn shared interests into practical long-term outcomes