Baku:Director General of the National Directorate for Iraqi Women, Yusra Karim Mohsen, met with Ms. Steem, the newly appointed representative of UN Women in Iraq, to explore ways to enhance collaboration in addressing women’s issues in the country. This meeting marked the official welcome of Ms. Steem as she assumes her new role.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the discussions focused on implementing the National Strategy for Iraqi Women (2023-2030) in line with the Prime Minister’s Government Programme for 2026-2029. Key topics included political, economic, and social empowerment of women, protection initiatives, increasing women’s participation in sustainable development, and tackling climate and environmental challenges.

Dr. Mohsen highlighted the necessity of aligning the partnership with national priorities by coordinating initiatives and directing technical and institutional support to actual needs. She emphasized that this approach would ensure complementary efforts, reduce duplication, and maximize impact.

The meeting also covered the development of cooperation mechanisms, strengthening institutional capacities, and utilizing national and international data to measure progress. Both parties underscored the importance of linking programs to tangible outcomes that improve the situation of Iraqi women and broaden their participation in various fields.