Syrian Foreign Minister Meets Kurdistan Region President at Munich Security Conference
Syrian Foreign Minister As’ad al-Shibani meets with Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani at the Munich Security Conference. (North Press)
By Kardo Roj
DAMASCUS, Syria (North Press) – Syrian Foreign Minister As’ad al-Shibani met with Nechirvan Barzani, the President of Iraq’s Kurdistan Region, on Saturday as part of the Munich Security Conference discussions, focusing on regional stability and cooperation between Syria and Iraq.
According to a statement from the Kurdistan Region Presidency, the meeting addressed political and security developments in both Syria and Iraq, emphasizing the importance of fostering regional stability.
Strengthening Dialogue and Regional Stability
President Barzani highlighted the necessity of inclusive political dialogue, ensuring that all communities in Syria are represented in the country’s future political framework. He stressed the need to safeguard the rights of all Syrians, including Kurds, and to work collectively toward peaceful coexistence.
“Achieving long-term peace and stability requires dialogue, mutual understanding, and joint efforts between all stakeholders,” Barzani stated.
Foreign Minister al-Shibani reaffirmed the Syrian government’s commitment to stability, expressing Damascus’ willingness to strengthen relations with both Baghdad and Erbil. He acknowledged the Kurdistan Region’s strategic role in regional affairs and called for enhanced cooperation to address common challenges.
Expanding Bilateral Cooperation
The two officials discussed ways to enhance future cooperation mechanisms between Syria and the Kurdistan Region, particularly in security coordination, economic development, and humanitarian efforts.
Their meeting comes amid shifting regional dynamics, with Syria’s new leadership seeking greater diplomatic engagement following the political transition that ousted Bashar al-Assad in December 2024.
The Munich Security Conference, one of the world’s leading forums on international security, serves as a key platform for discussions on geopolitical challenges and conflict resolution. Syria’s presence at the event reflects its growing diplomatic re-engagement with international and regional actors.
