KRG Minister Highlights Kurdistan’s Model of Coexistence in Key Meetings with US Lawmakers
He underscored the KRG’s commitment to religious freedom, tolerance, and democratic governance as pillars of its political and social fabric.
Feb. 7, 2025
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Kurdistan Region’s Minister of Transport and Communication, Ano Jawhar Abdulmaseeh Abdoka, met with prominent US lawmakers in Washington, DC, to discuss strengthening ties between the Kurdistan Region and the United States.
His meetings with Congresswoman Mary E. Miller and Congressman Mark Harris focused on fostering interfaith harmony, regional stability, and deeper bilateral cooperation.
During the discussions, Minister Abdoka presented the Kurdistan Region as a model for ethnic and religious coexistence, emphasizing the peaceful coexistence of diverse communities, including Christians, Yazidis, and other minorities, despite the broader regional challenges.
He underscored the KRG’s commitment to religious freedom, tolerance, and democratic governance as pillars of its political and social fabric.
"The Kurdistan Region stands as a beacon of peaceful coexistence where diverse communities thrive together. Our commitment to tolerance and democracy remains unwavering, and we seek to further strengthen our engagement with the United States to promote regional peace and stability," Abdoka stated.
As part of his outreach efforts, Minister Abdoka extended an invitation to both Congresswoman Miller and Congressman Harris to visit the Kurdistan Region.
The visit, he noted, would provide US lawmakers with firsthand insight into the region’s progress in fostering inclusivity and religious pluralism.
The meeting also touched on the broader US-Kurdistan relationship, emphasizing the role of American support in sustaining security and stability in the region.
Given their involvement in key congressional committees, including Agriculture, Judiciary, Education, and Workforce, the lawmakers’ perspectives on economic and governance reforms in the Kurdistan Region were also explored.
The Kurdistan Region has long been a key ally of the United States, benefiting from diplomatic, military, and economic cooperation.
At a time of shifting geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, Minister Abdoka’s engagement with US legislators highlights Erbil’s efforts to deepen strategic partnerships and advocate for sustained support from Washington.
As US policymakers continue to shape their approach to the region, initiatives like these remain crucial in ensuring that the Kurdistan Region’s stability and democratic aspirations remain a focal point of international engagement.