Presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

President Nechirvan Barzani reaffirms commitment to coexistence and the rights of all communities

2025-07-31T08:50:00.000000Z
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July 31, 2025

President Nechirvan Barzani received Mr. Aydin Maruf, the Minister of State for Minority Affairs, along with an accompanying delegation. During the meeting, they discussed the situation of the various ethnic and religious components, their coexistence, and their participation in the political and administrative life of the Kurdistan Region.

President Nechirvan Barzani reiterated the Kurdistan Region’s commitment to preserving and promoting a culture of coexistence, mutual acceptance, and tolerance among all components of Kurdistan. He also reaffirmed the Region’s support for equal citizenship, rights, and responsibilities for all groups.

Mr. Aydin Maruf expressed his appreciation and recognition of the components’ respect for the culture of coexistence in the Kurdistan Region. He emphasized the important role and partnership of these groups in all aspects of life in Kurdistan.