Kurdistan Region President Calls for Judicial Role in Ensuring Financial Entitlements During Baghdad Visit

Jan. 13, 2025

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – President of the Kurdistan Region Nechirvan Barzani met with Judge Faiq Zidan, President of Iraq's Supreme Judicial Council, on Monday evening to discuss the judiciary's role in addressing Iraq's challenges, including securing the financial rights of the Kurdistan Region.

The meeting, part of the Regional President's ongoing engagements in Baghdad, centered on Iraq’s political and legal landscape.

The two sides exchanged views on the judiciary's crucial role in solving national disputes, particularly issues between the federal government and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG).

Kurdistan Region’s President Nechirvan Barzani underlined the necessity for the Supreme Judicial Council to uphold justice and facilitate solutions rooted in Iraq’s constitution and laws.

Underlining the judiciary's capability to serve the nation's stability and unity, he urged for its active involvement in resolving longstanding disputes, including those related to the KRG's financial rights and entitlements.

Recognizing the judiciary's previous contributions, KRP Nechirvan Barzani expressed gratitude for its support in organizing the Kurdistan parliamentary elections and commended Iraq's Independent High Electoral Commission for its efforts.

Judge Zidan reiterated the judiciary’s commitment to upholding the rule of law as a cornerstone for addressing national issues.

He stressed its unbiassed role in bridging divides between Iraq’s political factions and facilitating constructive resolutions.

This meeting signifies the ongoing attempts to reinforce collaboration between federal and regional authorities, with the judiciary positioned as an essential institution for promoting dialogue and protecting justice across Iraq.