Prime Minister Masrour Barzani Bids Farewell to the Ambassador of Finland

Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) – Today, Prime Minister Masrour Barzani bid farewell to Anu Saarela, Ambassador of Finland to Iraq, on the occasion of the conclusion of her diplomatic mission.

Prime Minister Barzani thanked Ambassador Saarela for her efforts in promoting bilateral relations and wished her success in her future endeavors.

Ambassador Saarela expressed her appreciation for the cooperation and support of the KRG during her tenure, and reaffirmed Finland’s interest in strengthening ties with the Kurdistan Region.

They discussed recent developments in Iraq and the region, and emphasized the need to resolve outstanding issues between the Kurdistan Region and the federal government. Prime Minister Masrour Barzani stressed the importance of upholding Iraq’s federal system and the constitutional rights and financial entitlements of the Kurdistan Region.