Barzani: Kurdistan Region Seeking Independence Through Peaceful Means


ERBIL —

Kurdistan Region President Masoud Barzani received on Sunday the Dutch Ambassador to Iraq Jan Valtmans and his accompanying delegation.
During the meeting, a range of topics were discussed, including bilateral relations between Kurdistan Region and Netherlands and the country’s role in the fight against the Islamic State (IS) and its military assistance for the Iraqi and Peshmerga forces.


The Dutch ambassador stated that his country is concerned about the future of the liberated areas in Iraq and the public services for the people.


Barzani thanked Netherlands for its role in the battle against terror and its support for the Peshmerga forces. He noted that the post-IS era is sensitive, explaining that if the factors that led to the rise of IS persist, serious issues will emerge.


The pair also shed light on the future of Iraq, and Barzani mentioned the factors that forced Kurdistan Region to step towards referendum for secession from Iraq.


Barzani reiterated that Kurdistan Region’s people are seeking to achieve independence and secure their rights through peaceful means.

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