Iraq to host Arab Summit in Baghdad on May 17

A general view shows heads of state and other officials, including Iraqi Prime Minister Mohamed Shia al-Sudani, on December 20, 2022. (File/AFP)
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  • Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein said invitations had been extended to most Arab leaders

DUBAI: Iraq’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein confirmed on Tuesday that the Arab Summit will be held in Baghdad as planned on May 17.

Hussein said that invitations had been extended to most Arab leaders, with many showing positive responses, state news agency INA reported. 

The minister emphasized the strong interest among Arab states in participating, reflecting regional support for Iraq’s hosting of the summit.