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| Iraq |
| UN and Russia open consulates in Kurdistan Iraq |
| 2007-11-29 |
| The Russian Federation opened on Wednesday its consulate in Irbil, regional capital of Kurdistan Iraq, in a move to boost Russian's diplomatic presence in Iraq. Russia is also planning to open another consulate in Iraqi southern city of Basra in the near future. Russian Ambassador to Iraq said in an opening ceremony in Irbil that they are witnessing an historic step, noting that such move comes after long negotiations between the Russian and Iraqi governments. The Russian Ambassador also unveiled Russian's intensions in opening another consulate in Basra, adding that after the signing of memorandum of understanding between the two governments, and in turn, Iraq will be able to open its own consulates in Russia's various cities. The Ambassador added the Russian government can participate in Iraq's rebuilding efforts, include the use of Russia's capability in the technological and science fields. For his part, the governor of Kurdistan region Nechirvan Barzani said the number of consulates opening in the region is increasing day after day, adding that such step is a proof that world countries are ready to help Iraq. This is a new phase in relations with Russia and confirmation of trust regarding the Iraqi and Kurdistan governments, Barzani said. Earlier, the city of Irbil witnessed a similar ceremony but for the opening of United Nations first office in the city, in the frame work of expanding UN role and efforts in Iraq. |
| Posted by:Seafarious |
| #1 accepting the inevitable? |
| Posted by: Liberalhawk 2007-11-29 09:57 |