Swiss Ambassador: Al-Sudani succeeded in promoting internal and regional stability
The Swiss Ambassador to Iraq, Daniel Hohn, affirmed on Tuesday that PM Muhammed S. Al-Sudani has succeeded in promoting internal and regional stability, praising the efforts to develop the Iraqi economic sector.
"The site of Babylon, the cradle of human civilizations, is the best place to highlight literature and music against the backdrop of this historical site. In the twelfth edition of the festival. For me, this is my first time participating, but it certainly won't be my last," said Hohn in a speech during the Babylon Festival, attended by an Iraqi News Agency - INA.
He noted, "I received a warm welcome when I arrived seven or eight months ago after Switzerland reopened its embassy in Baghdad. Since then, I have witnessed a tremendous amount of goodwill from my Iraqi friends and partners, from the Iraqi authorities and institutions, and above all from ordinary Iraqi citizens who expressed their happiness and satisfaction with Switzerland's return."
"Our decision to return demonstrates our belief in this country and the stability of Iraq. I want to take this opportunity to commend PM Al-Sudani and his government for the tremendous efforts made in this regard. I see every day how focused the Prime Minister is on stability at home and in the region, and he has proven successful in doing so," he highlighted.
Hohn explained, "By reopening our embassy, we Swiss wish to highlight our support for the PM's efforts and demonstrate our belief in this country's economic capabilities and the potential for cooperation between Swiss and Iraqi companies. We believe in the potential for cooperation in the cultural field and in the potential for partnership and friendship between individuals and between our two peoples."
"Since my arrival in Baghdad, I have discovered that the ties between citizens of Iraq and Switzerland are much deeper than I had imagined. I have noticed that many Iraqis residing in Switzerland have regained their confidence in their country of origin. They return here not only to see their families but also to invest in businesses and strengthen cultural ties," he included in his speech.
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