KRG President receives festive Newroz message from Turkish Foreign Minister

In his message, Minister Fidan extended warm Newroz greetings to President Barzani and the people of Kurdistan, highlighting the holiday as an "old common tradition" that binds the communities.
KRG President Nechirvan Barzani (R) and Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (L). (Photo: KRG)
KRG President Nechirvan Barzani (R) and Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (L). (Photo: KRG)

ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – In a gesture that underscores the growing ties and shared traditions between Turkey and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), President Nechirvan Barzani received a heartfelt congratulatory message from Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on the occasion of the Newroz holiday.

This annual celebration, deeply rooted in the history and culture of the Kurdish Nation and the wider region, symbolizes resistance, peace, and the renewal of nature.

In his message, Minister Fidan extended warm Newroz greetings to President Barzani and the people of Kurdistan, highlighting the holiday as an "old common tradition" that binds the communities.

Newroz, celebrated on the vernal equinox, marks the beginning of spring and is embraced by millions across the Middle East and Central Asia as a time of rejuvenation and harmony.

Beyond the festive wishes, Fidan’s message carried a significant political tone, emphasizing the desire to deepen coordination and foster a stronger partnership between Turkey and the KRG.

This sentiment resonates with the broader objective of achieving peace and stability in a region that has seen its share of turmoil.

Turkey’s Minister of Foreign Affairs also expressed desires for strengthening of ties and partnership between Turkey and the Kurdistan Regional Government, deemed as pivotal for the sake of peace and stability in the region.

His message reflects a mutual understanding and a shared vision for the future, laying a foundation for cooperative efforts aimed at addressing common challenges.

As the people of the Kurdistan Region, along with many others around the world, welcomed the arrival of spring with open hearts and celebrations, the exchange between President Barzani and Minister Fidan serves as a reminder of the power of cultural traditions like Newroz in bridging divides and building connections. It underscores a commitment to dialogue and collaboration that will undoubtedly contribute to the region's peaceful and prosperous development.