Iraqi leader welcomes Japan's support for reconstruction

Iraqi leader welcomes Japan's support for reconstruction

BAGHDAD, Iraq - Iraqi Governing Council Chairman Mohammed Bahr al-Ulloum speaks during an interview with Kyodo News in Baghdad on March 21 prior to his visit to Japan from March 23. He said he hopes Japan's Ground Self-Defense Force troops will stay in the southern Iraqi city of Samawah for an extended period of time to help rebuild of the country.

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