Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Issues New Year's Message Amid Economic Challenges
Erbil, December 31, 2023 - In a New Year's address released today, Prime Minister Masrour Barzani of the Kurdistan Region extended warm congratulations to the people of Kurdistan, emphasizing the challenges faced in the past year, particularly on the economic front.
The Prime Minister highlighted the economic hurdles, citing the failure of the federal government to send the region's salaries and financial dues as a significant concern. Barzani expressed his hope that the coming year would mark the end of injustices and inequalities faced by citizens, especially those pertaining to salary disbursements. He stressed the need to address financial entitlements fairly, keeping it separate from political matters and adhering to existing agreements and budgetary laws.
"I hope that the new year will witness an end to this injustice and unfairness towards the citizens of the region, especially salary recipients, and that the issue of financial entitlements for the region will be resolved fairly," stated Prime Minister Barzani.
Happy New Year to Kurdistanis.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) December 31, 2023
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The Prime Minister acknowledged the resilience of the citizens of the Kurdistan Region during the tough financial conditions of the past year. Despite economic challenges, he pointed out that the region, with support from the private sector, successfully implemented a range of service projects across all cities.
Addressing the political forces in the Kurdistan Region, Barzani urged them to prioritize the higher interests of the region over partisan or personal considerations. He called for diligence in working to protect the security of the people and preserve their legitimate rights.
As the Kurdistan Region looks ahead to 2024, Prime Minister Barzani expressed his wishes for a year free from wars, crises, and destruction. He hoped for a year of security, peace, achievements, growth, and prosperity for the Kurdistan Region.
In conclusion, the Prime Minister extended his best wishes to the Peshmerga forces, internal security forces, and the families of martyrs, as well as to all the peoples of Iraq and the world.
Masrour Barzani's New Year's message underscores the region's determination to overcome economic challenges and foster a brighter future in the face of adversity.
