Speaking at a joint press conference with his Iraqi counterpart Fuad Hussein in Tehran on Sunday, Araqchi said they have held extensive negotiations on various topics.
He hailed the pullout of US forces from Ain al-Asad and the termination of United Nations Assistance Mission for Iraq (UNAMI) as clear signs of strengthening of Iraq’s independence, stability and national sovereignty.
Iran has always favored an independent and strong Iraq and believes that the neighboring country has the necessary capacity to play a key role in regional peace and stability, Araqchi added.
Highlighting Iraq’s growing role in the region, the Iranian foreign minister said Baghdad has shown its ability to play a positive role in dialogue and settlement of problems.
He noted that joint initiatives have been discussed for regional peace.
Araqchi also pointed to the talks about economic cooperation between Iran and Iraq, saying there exist ample opportunities for increase in trade exchanges.
The foreign minister further praised Iraq for its positions in support of the Iranian people.
For his part, Fuad Hussein said they have weighed plans to enhance relations between the two nations.
The Iraqi minister said he has been briefed on the internal situation in Iran, stressing that security in Iran and Iraq is linked with the regional security.
Hussein said the officials of a number of regional countries have made it clear before his visit to Iran that the security of the whole region is integrated. He stressed that a series of views have been evaluated about how to deal with the regional developments.
Iraq emphasizes the principle of inseparability of regional security, he added, stressing that stability in each nation would guarantee the security of other neighbors.
He rejected any foreign interference in the domestic affairs of countries, calling for constant consultations to address the regional challenges.