Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia'al-Sudani and Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi met in Baghdad on Saturday to discuss ways to enhance bilateral relations.

They underscored the importance of strengthening ties between the two nations and enhancing bilateral economic and trade exchanges, particularly in the oil derivatives sector, a statement by al-Sudani's media office said.

The meeting also addressed the latest developments in the region, particularly the situation in Syria, with both sides emphasizing the need to coordinate positions among Arab countries to solidify stability, the statement said.

Their discussions also touched on the conflict in Gaza, efforts to support the Palestinian people, and the necessity of consolidating the ceasefire in Lebanon, it said.