President Barzani Receives Romanian Parliament Delegation
President Masoud Barzani welcomed a distinguished delegation from the Romanian Parliament today, led by Senator Titos Kurlatsian, Chairman of the Foreign Policy Committee. The meeting, held in Salahaddin, served as a platform to strengthen diplomatic ties and discuss various issues of mutual interest.
In attendance was Mr. Radu-Octavian Dobre, the Romanian Ambassador to Iraq, adding significance to the high-level talks.
Senator Kurlatsian, on behalf of the Romanian Parliament, commended President Barzani's pivotal role in the Kurdistan liberation movement. He emphasized Romania's commitment to fostering strong relations with both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. The senator called for the expansion of ties between Romania and the Kurdistan Region, particularly in areas such as culture, economy, investment, and the private sector.
President Barzani reciprocated the sentiment, characterizing the relations between the Kurdish people and the Romanian people as friendly. He expressed his desire to see these relations grow, especially in the realms of economy, agriculture, and investment. The President extended his gratitude to Romania for its support in assisting the Kurdistan Peshmerga forces in their fight against terrorism.
In discussing the ongoing global fight against terrorism, President Barzani underscored the persistent nature of the threat. While ISIS has been defeated militarily, he noted that the root causes behind its emergence and strengthening still exist. Consequently, he stressed the need to maintain international coalition efforts to combat and eradicate terrorism, highlighting the importance of this issue in global politics.
The discussion also delved into the current political situation in Iraq and the broader region, as well as the obstacles and challenges affecting stability worldwide.
The meeting between President Massoud Barzani and the Romanian Parliament delegation signifies a commitment to furthering diplomatic ties and addressing shared concerns. The discussions held today underscore the importance of international collaboration in addressing global challenges, particularly in the context of counterterrorism efforts.
As both sides express their determination to deepen cooperation, these diplomatic endeavors hold promise for strengthened relations between Romania and the Kurdistan Region, with potential benefits spanning multiple sectors, including culture, economy, and security.
