Erbil, Kurdistan Region, May 18, 2022

President Nechirvan Barzani received today in Erbil, the renowned Kurdish vocalist, Mr. Shahram Nazeri, who is currently visiting the Kurdistan Region. Mr. Nazeri was recently granted the Golden Award from the Ministry of Culture of the Kurdistan Regional Government.

President Nechirvan Barzani expressed delight at meeting Mr. Nazeri and paid tribute to his artistic work, his contributions and services. The President referred to Mr. Nazeri as a great artist on the international stage and a source of pride for all Kurds and the people of Kurdistan. The President reiterated full support for Mr. Nazeri and wished him good health and continued success.

For his part, Mr. Nazeri thanked the President for his support and expressed gratitude for being awarded in the Kurdistan Region. Mr. Nazeri said that the award in Kurdistan was far more encouraging and valuable for him than all of the international prizes granted to him. Mr. Nazeri expressed his delight over visiting the Kurdistan Region and meeting with President Nechirvan Barzani.

Kurdistan Region Minister of Culture and Deputy Minister of Culture also attended the meeting.