Prime Minister of Kurdistan congratulates King Charles III on his ascension to the throne
The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Masrour Barzani, has extended his congratulations to King Charles III and Queen Camilla following the announcement of the King's ascension to the throne.
In a tweet, Prime Minister Barzani expressed his hope that the ties between the Kurdistan Region and the United Kingdom would continue to strengthen under King Charles III's reign. He described the United Kingdom as a reliable partner and friend to the Kurdistan Region, who has always stood by them through their tribulations.
Congratulations to King Charles III and Queen Camilla.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) May 6, 2023
We look forward to our ties strengthening further under your reign.
We continue to see the United Kingdom as a reliable partner and a friend who both understands our history, and stands by us through our tribulations -mb.
The tweet comes as the United Kingdom celebrates the start of a new era with the coronation of King Charles III. The ceremony was held at Westminster Abbey in London and attended by dignitaries and representatives from around the world.
The United Kingdom has a long-standing relationship with the Kurdistan Region, dating back to the First World War when British forces played a key role in the establishment of the modern state of Iraq. The relationship has continued to strengthen in recent years, with the United Kingdom playing an active role in the fight against terrorism and supporting the Kurdistan Region in its efforts to promote stability and economic growth.
As King Charles III begins his reign, it is clear that the relationship between the United Kingdom and the Kurdistan Region will continue to grow stronger, with a shared commitment to peace, stability and prosperity in the region.