Presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

President Nechirvan Barzani receives Ambassador of Finland

2026-10-13T08:41:00.000000Z
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October 13, 2026

President Nechirvan Barzani received Antti Putkonen, Ambassador of Finland to Iraq.

The meeting focused on strengthening Finland’s relations with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region and exploring opportunities to expand cooperation across various fields. Both sides expressed their shared desire to further develop relations.

The meeting also addressed the general situation in Iraq and the region, relations between Erbil and Baghdad, and ongoing efforts to maintain peace and stability.