It is noted that the parties "discussed strengthening bilateral relations and deepening cooperation on regional diplomatic initiatives."
“President Biden highlighted the US commitment to the long-term stability of Iraq, the leaders reaffirmed respect for Iraqi democracy, the rule of law and efforts to hold credible and transparent elections this October,” the statement said.
At the end of August, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken, in the framework of telephone conversations with Saleh, said that the United States was interested in a strategic partnership with Baghdad.