Iraqi Vice President, Taha Yassin Ramadan is due to visit Syria on Tuesday for a fresh round of economic talks between the two neighboring countries, amidst rapidly improving relations.
Ramadan and Syrian Prime Minister Mustafa Miro are set to chair a meeting of the two countries' economic cooperation committee which is due to conclude agreements on higher education, information and environmental cooperation, AFP said. In addition, they are to exchange views on plans to build a water pumping station on the Tigris River, which forms the northern section of their common border, following a previous agreement on the project.
The committee is also to discuss an investment agreement and the creation of a joint irrigation and water research company, the official Syrian news agency SANA reported.
On the sidelines of the committee meetings, Ramadan will hold talks with top Syrian officials. (Albawaba.com)
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