Türkiye Welcomes New Iraqi Cabinet Appointments
The Government of Türkiye expressed support for Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's new cabinet, citing potential for increased bilateral cooperation and Turkmen representation.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye welcomed new appointments to the Iraqi Cabinet following a vote of confidence held by the Iraqi Council of Representatives on October 15, 2026. In an official statement, the ministry expressed support for the government led by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi.
Ankara indicated that these appointments would accelerate bilateral cooperation across several sectors, including security, water, energy, infrastructure, and the Development Road Project. The Turkish government specifically highlighted the appointment of Mehmet Seman Agaoglu, the governor of Kirkuk and chairman of the Iraqi Turkmen Front, as a minister of state.
Türkiye described the inclusion of Agaoglu as a significant step toward political stability, social cohesion, and the fair representation of the Turkmen community within the Iraqi government.
