'KDP’s 79th Anniversary Should Mark Unity Among Parties,' Says KRG Deputy PM
On the KDP's 79th anniversary, Deputy PM Qubad Talabani congratulated President Barzani, expressing hope the occasion becomes a new beginning for unity and stronger relations among Kurdistan's political parties to achieve national goals.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Kurdistan Region Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani on Saturday called for the 79th anniversary of the Kurdistan Democratic Party’s (KDP) establishment to become a “new beginning” for political unity, urging a collective effort to strengthen relationships among all parties in a formal message of congratulations to President Masoud Barzani.
The message was sent on Saturday, to formally mark the occasion of the KDP's founding.
In his communication, Qubad Talabani extended his congratulations to President Barzani, the leadership, and all the members of the Kurdistan Democratic Party, using the commemorative moment to issue a forward-looking appeal for harmony and joint action.
The Deputy Prime Minister expressed his hope that this anniversary becomes an opportunity to strengthen the relationships between the political parties of the Kurdistan Region.
He articulated a vision for how the occasion could serve as a catalyst for renewed cooperation among the region's political forces.
In his message, he stated: "We hope this anniversary becomes a new beginning for a collective effort to unite the forces and political parties of Kurdistan and to create a foundation for harmony and peace, and for achieving all the goals of our people."
The Kurdistan Democratic Party was founded on August 16, 1946, by Mulla Mustafa Barzani in the city of Mahabad. This day coincides with the birthday of President Barzani, which has given August 16th a special importance for the members and supporters of that party.
The main principles and goals of the Party:
First: As a democratic, popular, and progressive party, the Party represents the Kurdish nation and the people of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq. The Party relies on the path of the immortal Barzani, believes in the right to self-determination for the Kurdish people, and strives for their legitimate rights.
Second: The Party fully believes in the peaceful transfer of power and considers the people the source of all authorities. The party works for the transfer of power according to democratic principles, which are manifested in peaceful political competition and free and periodic elections.
Third: In the political arena of Iraq, the Party, as a pro-democracy party, works to establish the federal democratic system. This is based on the principles of genuine partnership, balance, and active participation to achieve the legitimate rights of the Kurdish people and Kurdistan within the framework of the permanent constitution of federal Iraq.
Fourth: The Party believes in the multi-component nature of the Kurdistan Region and recognizes the rights of the components. It also struggles to bring about a society that is founded on the basis of citizenship, equality, and respect for the rights of all, regardless of race, religion, sect, and cultural differences.
Fifth: The Party believes in the legitimacy of the cause of the Kurdish people and the other peoples of the region. In light of the principles of international law, the principles of human rights, and the established principles of the rights of peoples in the Charter of the United Nations and other international institutions, it strives for everyone to live together in peace and stability in the region and for the foundation of a dignified and respected life to be provided for all.
