Discussed the #Ezidi cause with delegation led by @ShRFarhad in run-up to 10th commemoration of unspeakable atrocities committed by Islamic State (Da’esh). The Netherlands will initiate establishment of international tribunal to try crimes committed by IS (Da’esh). @DutchMFA
This afternoon, I joined @MinPres in welcoming Iraqi Prime Minister @mohamedshia Al Sudani and my colleague @Fuad_Husseein to The Hague. Glad to meet again in person shortly after my visit to #Iraq, and to build on our conversations about Iraqi-Dutch cooperation. 1/2
Our military and civilian experts at the @IraqNato Mission, the anti-ISIS mission @CJTFOIR and @EuamIraq contribute to stability and security in #Iraq and the wider region. I was glad to meet them at the compound and to thank them in person for their important efforts. 1/2
To kick of the #16DaysOfActivism we hosted a group of inspiring women this weekend. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women & Girls, marks the start of #OrangetheWorld- the #16Days campaign against gender-based violence. More to come!
We welcome the truce in Gaza and we hope that it will be extended for a longer period. We have noted with optimism that Iraqi factions have also paused their attacks. We hope this signals a return to the previous ceasefire in Iraq.
A very good day for Iraq and the EU: Iraq has become member of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). It means, Iraq can apply for the Bank's finance and policy support to develop Iraq's economy further, above all the private sector.
Together with PM @masrourbarzani and DPM @qubadjt I attended the anniversary of UNSC Res.1325 on Women, Peace and Security adopted 23 years ago. It was the first resolution recognizing that conflict impacts people differently depending on their gender. @UNFPAIraq@unwomenarabic
De @NAVO-missie in #Irak (NMI) is actief op verzoek van Irak. De missie, waaraan we met partners bijdragen, helpt Irak bij het aansturen en toekomstbestendig maken van de veiligheidssector, zodat het land weerstand kan bieden aan terreurorganisatie ISIS en andere bedreigingen.
We are deeply saddened and shocked by last night’s tragic fire accident in Al-Hamdaniyah. As we send our most heartfelt condolences to the Iraqi people and government, victims, and families of those who lost their loved ones, we wish the injured a speedy recovery.
Mr. Anees Ahmed, Chief of Office of Evidence Management was pleased to receive a delegation from the #Netherlands Police, headed by Ms. Jannine van den Berg, Deputy Commissioner and Head of International Cooperation.
Commemorating the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to #VictimsofTerrorism, today, we honor the memory of the victims of #ISIL international crimes in #Iraq🇮🇶.
It was a privilege to speak at the kick off event for the @OCErbil 6th cohort of entrepreneurs. A new group of young and highly motivated people, with big dreams for their future and for the future of the KRI. Private sector development is a key policy focus @masrourbarzani
In two separate meetings with Marcel de Vink, Vice Minister for #Political Affairs and Joost FLAMAND, Director for #Security Policy at @DutchMFA, we discussed current political and security situation, Erbil-Baghdad relations, KRG reform agenda and enhancing bilateral cooperation.
This morning I spoke at the ‘Closing conference & Investment Fair’ for the Local Government Resilience Program (LOGOReP). Service delivery to vulnerable communities in KRI needs cooperation between authorities on national and local levels. Thank you @VNGemeenten and partners!
SA Christian Ritscher signed today an MOU w/ H.E. Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius, #Netherlands🇳🇱 Minister of Justice ⚖ & Security, enhancing mutual coop. & info. exchange between UNITAD & 🇳🇱in the areas of justice & the prosecution of #ISIL perpetrators for their intl. crimes. 1/2
Vorig jaar hoorde ik in Irak verhalen direct van Yezidi’s zelf die slachtoffer zijn geworden van IS. Wat hen is aangedaan is afschuwelijk.
We bundelen de krachten met @UNITAD_Iraq zodat we er alles aan kunnen doen om de IS-misdadigers zo stevig mogelijk te straffen.