President Bafel, Natalia Pouzyreff Discuss Kurdish-French Relations at MSC

World 01:46 PM - 2025-02-14

President Bafel & Natalia Pouzyreff at MSC.

Bafel Jalal Talabani, President of the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK), met with Natalia Pouzyreff, a Member for Defense and Armed Forces Committee in the French National Assembly, on the sidelines of his participation in the Munich Security Conference.

During the meeting, PUK President emphasised the importance of continued coordination and cooperation between both sides to unify efforts and strengthen peace and stability in the region, which would contribute to greater prosperity for Kurdistan.

He also reaffirmed the commitment of the PUK and the Kurdish people to deepening historical ties and expanding cooperation with France across various fields, particularly in economic and diplomatic matters. He expressed his gratitude for France’s steadfast support, recalling the contributions of Mrs Danielle Mitterrand, who stood by the Kurdish cause during challenging periods of struggle.

President Bafel said, “We will not forget the friends who supported us and remained by our side. We value these relationships and are keen to further develop them.”

Additionally, the meeting included an exchange of views on the situation in the Middle East, particularly in Syria and the Kurdish issue in Western Kurdistan. President Bafel stressed the necessity of safeguarding the rights of all nationalities and communities within the framework of a new Syria. 

President Bafel said: “The sacrifices and struggles of the Kurdish people in Western Kurdistan must be respected, and they must play an active role in rebuilding their country. Any attempt to marginalise them or deviate from this national goal will inevitably impact the region’s stability.”

President Bafel and General Petraeus Discuss Security & Economic Cooperation

PUK President Bafel Jalal Talabani met with General David Petraeus, former Director of the US Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).

During their meeting, they discussed the security situation in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and the wider region, highlighting the importance of stability and the development of peace in the Middle East. They emphasised the necessity of maintaining constructive dialogue among all parties to address security challenges effectively.

The discussions also addressed the expansion of economic and trade relations between the Kurdistan Region and the United States. President Bafel reaffirmed his commitment in this regard, while working to serve the people and strengthen the country’s economic infrastructure within the framework of safeguarding national interests.

PUK President, German Foreign Minister Discuss Regional Security at MSC

PUK President Bafel Jalal Talabani met with German Foreign Minister Tobias Lindner on the sidelines of his participation at the Munich Security Conference in Germany.

During the meeting, both sides emphasised the importance of coordination, joint efforts, and strengthening bilateral relations to enhance security and peace in the region.

Discussions also covered the situation in Syria and Western Kurdistan, with President Bafel reaffirming the PUK’s commitment to a peaceful resolution of the Kurdish issue in Syria. He stated, “Protecting the rights of all nations and communities, particularly the Kurds, and ensuring their participation in decision-making and the rebuilding of a new Syria will guarantee stability.” He further warned that any approach deviating from this objective would only exacerbate the situation. 

Therefore, he stressed that it is the collective responsibility of all sides to support the region’s protection and contribute to the success of efforts aimed at achieving a national solution.




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