Washington: Ambassador Krikor Der Hagopian presented his credentials today, Thursday, to U.S. President Donald Trump as the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Iraq to the United States, during an official ceremony at the White House.

According to Iraqi News Agency, the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the United States announced that Ambassador Krikor Der Hagopian officially assumed his role by presenting his credentials to President Trump during the ceremony. The statement highlighted the ambassador’s commitment to his new role and the significance of his appointment.

The statement from the embassy noted that Ambassador Hagopian conveyed greetings from the Iraqi government and expressed his pride in being appointed to this important diplomatic position. He emphasized his mission’s priorities, which include building on the outcomes of the Prime Minister’s recent visit to the United States.

The ambassador aims to initiate a new era in Iraqi-American relations by deepening strategic ties and expanding cooperation in various sectors such as politics, economy, investment, and security. These efforts are intended to enhance Iraq’s role in the region and benefit the mutual interests of both nations and their citizens.