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Munich, Germany
February 15, 2025
During the second day of the Munich Security Conference, President Nechirvan Barzani met with Prime Minister Dick Schoof of the Netherlands
Their discussion focused on enhancing relations between the Netherlands, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region, exploring ways to strengthen cooperation across various fields. They also exchanged views on regional, political and security developments, particularly the situation in Syria.
President Nechirvan Barzani emphasized the importance of cooperation with the Netherlands and commended its role within the International Coalition in combating terrorism, as well as its ongoing support for training and capacity-building for the Peshmerga forces.
Prime Minister Dick Schoof reaffirmed the Netherlands' commitment to supporting the Kurdistan Region, expressing his country's willingness to expand cooperation, particularly in security and economic sectors.
Other issues of mutual interest were also discussed.
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