Joint Committee Conducts Third Meeting
By Multi-National Force - Iraq
Jun 13, 2009 - 6:58:08 PM
Blackanthem Military News
BAGHDAD, Iraq - The Joint Committee conducted its third meeting June 11, to discuss progress on the implementation of the U.S. - Iraq Security Agreement.
The co-chairs of the Joint Committee, Iraqi Minister of the Interior Jawad Al-Bulani, U.S Ambassador Christopher Hill, and Commander, Multi-National Force Iraq, Gen. Raymond Odierno, led the discussions.
This meeting reinforced the strategic partnership between the U.S. and the Government of Iraq by discussing accomplishments and topics of mutual concern related to the on-going successful implementation of the U.S.-Iraq Security Agreement.
Minister of Interior Bulani and Gen. Odierno praised the efforts of all committee members working to resolve issues during these important and critical days for Iraq. Hill stated the Joint Committee process demonstrates the commitment of both sides to implementing the Security Agreement and overcoming problems.
Committee members reported on progress made in their individual areas of responsibility. Highlights included the return of over 100 bases and the safe and orderly release of over 3000 detainees since the implementation of the Security Agreement. Maj. Gen. Timothy McHale, director, Multi-National Force Iraq Security Agreement Secretariat, noted that the Joint Committee has achieved great strides in improving U.S.-Iraqi relations since implementing the Security Agreement in Jan. 2009.