Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre regarding the visit of Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shiaa Al-Sudani to the White House:
On April 15, President Joe Biden will welcome Iraqi Prime Minister Muhammad Shia al-Sudani to the White House to coordinate on shared priorities and advance the strong bilateral partnership between the United States and Iraq.
Leaders will reaffirm their commitment to the Strategic Framework Agreement and work to deepen their shared vision of a secure, sovereign, and prosperous Iraq fully integrated into the broader region.
President Biden and the Sudanese Prime Minister will consult on a range of issues during the visit, including our shared commitment to the enduring defeat of ISIS and the evolution of the military mission nearly a decade after the formation of the successful global coalition to defeat ISIS.
They will also discuss ongoing Iraqi financial reforms to promote economic development and progress towards Iraq’s energy independence and modernization.
