Government spokesman Bassem Al-Awadi confirmed: “The development road project represents a pure economic benefit for all countries of the region.”
Al-Awadi said in a post on (x) platform “Iraq welcomes all international corridor projects that pass by it, "stating:" North South projects that pass through Iran, and the great corridor that passes Saudi Arabia and Jordan, the belt and road that penetrates Iran and Turkey will enhance the interdependence and economic significance of our region when it is completed. "
He added: "We believe that the Development Road Project will be essential and integrated with these projects," stressing that the Development Road Project is low-cost, close in distance, and represents a pure economic benefit for all countries in the region.
Source: National Iraqi News Agency