Prime Minister Barzani receives British Consul General
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today received the British Consul General to Erbil, David Hunt, as his diplomatic assignment in the Kurdistan Region comes to an end.
Prime Minister Barzani thanked Consul General Hunt for his efforts at strengthening bilateral ties between the United Kingdom and the Kurdistan Region during his time as Consul and wished him luck in his next role.
The British Consul General highlighted the strong relations the UK and the Region share, particularly after Prime Minister Barzani’s visit to Britain earlier this year which was seen as a positive turning point in the development of the Kingdom and the Kurdistan Region’s ties.
Both sides also discussed the Ninth Cabinet’s reform agenda, resolving Erbil-Baghdad disputes, as well as protecting the sovereignty and security of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.
PM Masrour Barzani receives China’s Consul General
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani received the Chinese Consul General to Erbil, Ni Ruchi, as his diplomatic assignment in the Kurdistan Region comes to completion.
Prime Minister Barzani thanked Consul General Ruchi for his role in boosting his country’s relations with the Kurdistan Region, and wished him luck in his upcoming responsibilities.
The Consul General expressed his appreciation for the Kurdistan Regional Government’s (KRG) continued cooperation with the Chinese consulate and the Chinese citizens residing in the Kurdistan Region. He also praised the Ninth Cabinet’s efforts in developing the Region by carrying out strategic projects strengthening the economy.
PM Masrour Barzani receives new Japanese Ambassador to Iraq
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today received the new Japanese Ambassador to Iraq, Futoshi Matsumoto.
Prime Minister Barzani congratulated Ambassador Matsumoto on his new role and expressed the support of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) for forging closer ties between the Kurdistan region and Japan.
Ambassador Matsumoto briefed the Prime Minister about Japan’s projects in Iraq and the Region, especially in the energy, construction, and humanitarian fields.
The meeting touched upon the possibility of working together to improve education in schools in the Kurdistan Region given Japan's expertise in this sector.
PM Masrour Barzani meets with US Congress delegation
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today met with a United States Congressional delegation led by Mark Takano.
Prime Minister Barzani thanked the US for its continued support, while emphasizing that the Kurdistan Region will remain a factor of stability and security in Iraq and the region.
Both discussed the latest developments in Iraq and the Region, while highlighting the importance of protecting their sovereignty, stability, and security. The meeting also touched upon Erbil-Baghdad ties, as well as unifying Peshmerga forces - as part of the government reform process - and the concerted efforts of uniting Kurdish parties.
The US Congressional delegation confirmed its support for the Kurdistan Region and praised the peaceful coexistence within the Region and its strong bilateral relationship with the US.
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President Nechirvan Barzani and Dr. Adel Abdul Mahdi hold meeting
Baghdad, Iraq, November 27, 2022
President Nechirvan Barzani held a meeting today in Baghdad with the former Prime Minister of Iraq, Dr. Adel Abdul Mahdi.
The two sides exchanged views on the developments and the situation in the country, and discussed the need to support the Iraqi government to implement its agenda in a way that ensures the rights of all communities in the country and responds to the demands and grievances of the public.
The two sides stressed the importance of solidarity and cooperation between all Iraqi forces and parties to resolve the country’s problems and to maintain Iraq’s stability and sovereignty.
https://presidency.gov.krd/en/president-nechirvan-barzani-and-dr-adel-abdul-mahdi-hold-meeting/
President Nechirvan Barzani receives a U.S. congressional delegation
Erbil, Kurdistan Region, November 26, 2022
President Nechirvan Barzani received today in Erbil a U.S. congressional delegation, led by Mr. Mark Takano, and accompanied by a number of members of Congress and diplomats.
At the meeting, attended by the U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, Ms. Alina L. Romanowski, developing the U.S. bilateral relations with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region and further exchange of delegations between them were discussed. The meeting also focused on the latest political and security developments in Iraq, the Erbil-Baghdad relations and the discussions to resolve the pending issues between them, highlighting the threats of terrorism and the fight against ISIS terrorists.
Both sides emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation among the Iraqi parties and the support for the new Iraqi government for the realization of its agenda. They underlined the significance of protecting the security and stability of the borders and the sovereignty of Iraq and agreed that an opportunity has emerged for Erbil and Baghdad to resolve their longstanding problems and to cooperate on key issues.
The U.S. congressional delegation praised the role of the Peshmerga in the fight against ISIS, and reiterated that the U.S. highly values its bilateral relations with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, expressing America’s commitment to continue its strategic partnership and cooperation with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region in confronting the threats of ISIS.
For his part, President Nechirvan Barzani expressed the Kurdistan Region’s gratitude and appreciation for the support of the U.S. and the international coalition for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region in the fight against ISIS and also for the support and cooperation of the U.S. in the process of reforms in the Peshmerga Ministry.
Discussions also covered the need to speed up the process of reform in the Peshmerga Ministry, highlighting the developments in the Kurdistan Region and underlining the importance of unity among the political parties in the Kurdistan Region, the situation in the wider region, and other topics of mutual interest.
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PM Masrour Barzani meets with UNAMI chief
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today received the UN Secretary General’s Special Representative to Iraq, Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert.
Both discussed the recent developments in Iraq as well as the need to settle the unresolved issues between Erbil and Baghdad based on the constitution and the agenda of the new Iraqi government.
The meeting also highlighted the recent attacks on the Kurdistan Region, emphasizing the need for an end to the violation of Iraq and the Region’s sovereignty and stability.
A statement from the President of the Kurdistan Region
Erbil, Kurdistan Region, November 25, 2022
On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, we reaffirm our full support for the struggle, freedom, and the rights of women. We continue our efforts to further protect the rights of women, and to create a community in which women are free and equal and do not face threats of violence or murder, under any pretext. A free, peaceful and civilly developed community will not be established unless all women are free.
On this day, we reiterate that we will fight against all sorts of violence, assaults, and breaches of women’s rights and freedoms as we will continue to work against extremism and will provide better opportunities for women’s participation in political and administrative fields in the Kurdistan Region. We are cooperating with the relevant governmental and international institutions to protect women from harassment and violence of any kind, within their families, workplaces, and other public spaces.
Tribute to all the women, parties, and organizations who struggle daily to achieve freedom, peace and their rights. We salute the victims of violence against women and all the women who strive for freedom and peace. Wherever they are in the world, we honor them with respect and dignity.
Nechirvan Barzani
President of the Kurdistan Region
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Statement by PM Masrour Barzani on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the commencement of the 16-day campaign to combat violence against women, I reaffirm the Kurdistan Regional Government's (KRG) commitment to confronting and preventing any form of violence or discrimination targeting women.
The Ninth Cabinet has made it one of its priorities to pave the path for women in Kurdistan to play an active and crucial role in various governmental positions in the Kurdistan Region. We also emphasize our utmost respect for human rights, women's rights, and the prevention of gender discrimination in the Region.
Women in Kurdistan have made significant accomplishments in recent years, but unfortunately barriers remain and violence persists. We are committed to cooperating with all parties and components of society to end all forms of violence and gender discrimination in order to transform the Kurdistan Region into an example where women’s rights and human rights are protected.
Masrour Barzani
PM Masrour Barzani receives letter from UK PM Rishi Sunak
Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today received a letter from UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.
In the letter, Prime Minister Sunak reaffirmed the "historic relationship" between the Kurdistan Region of Iraq and the United Kingdom, reiterating the UK’s commitment to the security and stability of the Kurdistan Region as part of a strong and unified Iraq.
Prime Minister Sunak also noted the strong security cooperation between both governments and expressed support to deepen trade and investment in agriculture and digitalisation.
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