President Nechirvan Barzani receives the outgoing Swiss Ambassador to Iraq

August 5, 2026

President Nechirvan Barzani received Daniel Hunn, the outgoing Swiss Ambassador to Iraq.

During the meeting, the President reaffirmed the importance of deepening bilateral relations between Switzerland, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region. He also commended Ambassador Hunn for his contributions throughout his tenure and wished him continued success in his future endeavors.

For his part, Ambassador Hunn expressed his gratitude to President Nechirvan Barzani and the relevant authorities in the Kurdistan Region for their support and assistance throughout his tenure. He also reaffirmed Switzerland’s commitment to further strengthening relations and expanding cooperation with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region across various fields.