Erbil, Kurdistan Region – In a significant diplomatic development, Mr. Nasir Mammadov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Iraq, extended an official invitation to Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani to participate in the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29). The invitation was conveyed during a meeting between Ambassador Mammadov and Mr. Fawzi Hariri, Chief of Staff at the Kurdistan Region Presidency.

The COP29 summit is set to take place in Baku, Azerbaijan, starting November 11. This invitation underscores Azerbaijan's commitment to fostering international cooperation on climate action and highlights the Kurdistan Region's potential role in these global efforts.

During their meeting, Ambassador Mammadov emphasized the importance of President Barzani's participation in COP29, viewing it as an opportunity to strengthen bilateral relations and collaborate on shared environmental goals. The upcoming conference in Baku will serve as a platform for discussing critical climate issues, with leaders from around the world convening to forge solutions and partnerships.

The official invitation marks a new chapter in the relationship between Azerbaijan and the Kurdistan Region, with potential for enhanced cooperation on various fronts, including political, economic, and cultural exchanges. This diplomatic gesture reflects Azerbaijan's desire to deepen its ties with the Kurdistan Region and to work together on addressing pressing global challenges.

The participation of President Barzani in COP29 is anticipated to be a pivotal step in fostering closer cooperation and mutual understanding between the two regions, contributing to the broader efforts of the international community in combating climate change.