Shafaq News/ Qatar's ambassador to Iraq, Khalid bin Hamad al-Sulaiti, on Monday conveyed Qatari Prince Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani's congratulations to Iraq's Prime Minister Mohammad Shiya al-Sudani for the formation of his government, and the latter praised the Gulf monarchy's efforts to host the world cup slated to take place later this month.

In a meeting at his bureau earlier today, al-Sudani discussed with al-Sulaiti the bilateral ties between Baghdad and Doha, cooperation prospects between the two countries, and the activation of the Qatari-Iraqi Committee.

The prime minister shed light on the upcoming FIFA world cup taking place in Qatar soon, praising it as a success and pride for the entire Arab world.