Back in Kirkuk for Iraq’s first census in decades. During two days, those who were displaced by Saddam Hussein’s brutal Arabization campaign or for other reasons can once again register as Kirkukis. We do this out of love for our city and to remind everyone that we are part of…

Glad to welcome Mohammed Adnan Mehmood, Head of Mission at the Iraqi Embassy in Stockholm, to @KRGsweden for a follow-up meeting. We focused on addressing the challenges facing the Kurdish and Iraqi diaspora in Sweden and discussed new ways to enhance cooperation and strengthen…

Big congratulations to Agri Ismail @a9ri for his nomination for the August Prize, Sweden’s most prestigious literary award! His storytelling in Hyper is exceptional, and this recognition is so well deserved.

Glad to be back in Kurdistan and witness such an important chapter in our democracy. The election process was smooth, fair and vibrant, with fierce campaigns reflecting the political maturity Kurdistan has achieved. It is inspiring to see this progress firsthand.

During my visit to the Riksdag, (Swedish Parlement) I took the opportunity to see the painting by Halabja-born painter Nasreen Abdulla, gifted to the Kurdistan Caucus on March 16 to commemorate Halabja Day. Proud to see it exhibited in the Swedish Parliament.

In my final meeting of the day at the Riksdag, I sat down with @PaulaCO Olovsson, International Secretary for the Social Democrats, and Sanna Eliasson, Deputy International Secretary. We had a meaningful discussion on recent political developments and how we can further…

Seven years ago in 2017, President Jalal Talabani passed away. Through 50 years of relentless pursuit for freedom, he shaped not just a movement, but a nation. Today, Kurds and Iraqis alike pause to honor his monumental legacy and collectively honor Mam Jalal, pledging to…

Had a great meeting at the Swedish Riksdag with Ola Möller, Chair of the Kurdistan Caucus, and @RashidFarivar, member of the caucus. Discussed ways we can strengthen cooperation, upcoming priorities for the caucus and future visits to Kurdistan.

Had a productive and friendly meeting with Mohammed Adnan Mehmood, the Iraqi Head of Mission at the Iraqi Embassy in Stockholm, for discussions on our relations with Sweden, ways to strengthen cooperation between the representation and the embassy, focusing on how to better serve…

Met with and congratulated Oscar Ernerot @OErnerot on his appointment as the new Secretary General of the Olof Palme International Center @Palmecenter We discussed the critical importance of their work in promoting democratic development worldwide and explored ways we can work…

Had a great conversation with my friend, former Swedish Foreign Minister @AnnLinde today. We discussed the deep and enduring bond between @Kurdistan and Sweden, Sweden’s strong, principled voice in international affairs and pressing challenges in the Middle East.

Had a productive discussion with Sweden’s newly appointed Chargé d’affaires to Iraq Barbro Elm on the ties between @Kurdistan and Sweden and explored exciting opportunities to further strengthen our relationship within Sweden’s broader strategy for Iraq

Glad to welcome Bayram Bozyel, Chairman of PSK, during his visit to Sweden. We had a meaningful discussion on the Kurdish cause, latest developments and his visit to Sweden.

Thank you @dadgostarnooshi for the warm hospitality and an engaging meeting today! Enjoyed our discussions on key topics relevant to the development in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq and the Middle East as well as Kurdistan Region-Sweden relations. Looking forward to exploring…

Honored to attend the opening of the Swedish Parliament today, alongside fellow ambassadors and diplomats. His Majesty King Carl XVI Gustaf officially opened the session and Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson delivered the government declaration while introducing his cabinet. This…

Had a friendly meeting with @YekbunAlp, Left Party Board Member and responsible for Internarional Affairs, about the importance of keeping the commitment and support to the Kurdish cause strong and enduring.

Sat down with Swedish-Kurdish author Agri Ismail @a9ri to talk about the powerful themes and journey behind his critically acclaimed debut novel Hyper. His storytelling captivates readers, whether in books or in his writings for various publications. I’m excited to see where his…

Glad to welcome a talented group of Kurdish and Iraqi photographers to @KRGsweden this week. This initiative, supported by the @SweInstitute, is about empowering women to shape the future of Kurdish and Iraqi society. Seeing their exhibition firsthand was a reminder of how art…

Today marks ten years since the Yezidi community faced unimaginable brutality and genocide. The world witnessed the resilience of Yezidi women, men and children who suffered unspeakable horrors yet stood tall. Their stories of survival and strength must be remembered and fuel our…

Today I visited my good friend Dr. Karouk Said to congratulate him on becoming CEO of Södersjukhuset. Leading 5000 staff and managing 600,000 outpatient contacts annually, his role is truly remarkable. He gave an inspiring presentation about the hospital's mission and future. A…