Iraq regional role grows as Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani welcomes the upcoming Arab League summit in Baghdad. He called the event a “historic diplomatic milestone” and a sign of Iraq’s restored importance in the Middle East.
Additionally, Barzani praised the decision to host the summit in Baghdad, describing the city as peaceful and symbolic of Iraq’s return to diplomatic leadership. He emphasized that Iraq regional role is growing stronger through such high-level events.
Therefore, the 34th Arab League summit will bring together leaders and senior officials from the bloc’s 27 member states. They will gather to discuss urgent political, economic, and security challenges facing the Arab world.
Barzani highlighted the efforts of Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani. He noted the prime minister’s work to promote joint Arab cooperation, shared interests, and regional unity. These actions, he said, reflect Iraq’s desire to lead from Baghdad in bringing peace and dialogue to the region.
In recent years, Iraq has played a key part in regional diplomacy. Baghdad hosted several rounds of dialogue between Iran and Saudi Arabia. These talks later led to a major China-brokered agreement that restored ties between the two rival countries.
Beyond this, Iraq has offered to mediate in other major conflicts. These include the long-running war in Yemen and the international conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Iraq’s growing role as a neutral ground for dialogue has received praise from across the region.
The Arab League summit will further support Iraq’s new position. It will also allow Baghdad to present itself as a center for peace, strategy, and cooperation in the Arab world. With high-level leaders attending, the summit is expected to generate long-term benefits for Iraq’s regional and global relations.
As Iraq regional role continues to expand, many see this summit as both a reward and a stepping stone. It highlights the country’s ability to recover from past instability and take part in shaping the future of the Middle East.