Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulates Ali Falih Kadhim al-Zaidi on taking office as Iraq’s new prime minister, according to multiple reports. Modi’s message highlights the close ties between India and Iraq, noting longstanding political and economic cooperation. Energy cooperation is cited as a key area of the bilateral relationship. Separately, coverage of Iraq’s leadership transition says al-Zaidi becomes prime minister following internal political deliberations among parties within the Coordination Framework. He is described as a consensus candidate after weeks of debate among the member parties, before assuming the role. The reports collectively focus on the formal congratulatory exchange and the broader context of India–Iraq relations, while also outlining how al-Zaidi’s appointment is reached through internal agreement within Iraq’s political blocs. The information presented does not include further details on specific policy announcements by the new Iraqi government beyond the leadership change and the emphasis on bilateral cooperation.