BAGHDAD, Dec. 21 (Xinhua) -- Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia' al-Sudani on Saturday stressed the importance of concerted efforts to assist Syria in managing its affairs without interference that compromises its sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Al-Sudani made the remarks when meeting with Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto in Baghdad, where they discussed ways to enhance bilateral relations in various fields, particularly in security cooperation, according to a statement from al-Sudani's media office.

Al-Sudani praised Italy's role in supporting Iraq through the international coalition's mission and the North Atlantic Treaty Organization mission and expressed Iraq's readiness to cooperate with friendly countries to stabilize the region, said the statement.

The prime minister noted that the Iraqi government is evaluating developments in Syria to make informed decisions regarding its evolving situation, it added.

For his part, Crosetto affirmed Italy's readiness to expand relations with Iraq and support the stability in the Middle East. Enditem

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