Qubad Talabani: Peshmerga Ministry's Reform Process Continues

Kurdistan 10:48 PM - 2024-01-09

Deputy Prime Minister's meeting with CJTF-OIR Commander

Qubad Talabani, Deputy Prime Minister, met with a senior delegation of international coalition forces led by Joel B. Vowell, Commander of the Combined Joint Task Force-Operation Inherent Resolve, to discuss the security situation in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and the region.

The meeting was held in Erbil on Tuesday evening and was attended by Shorsh Ismail, the Minister of Peshmerga, Daban Shadala, the Deputy Head of the Kurdistan Regional Government's Foreign Relations Department, and the US Consul General in Kurdistan. Following a discussion of recent security developments in the area, both parties agreed on the importance of coordination and collaboration among Peshmerga forces, Iraqi troops, and allies in maintaining stability in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.

Another part of the meeting focused on the threats posed by terrorist organizations. It was noted that rising tensions and instability create favorable conditions for the movement of these groups. Thus, it was emphasized that political parties must consider the situation's sensitivity and pursue a prudent policy that avoids any actions jeopardizing Iraq's and the region's stability.

The meeting also discussed reforms to the Peshmerga Ministry. In this regard, the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the importance of continuing the ongoing reform process within the Peshmerga forces per the established plan.


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