Baghdad:President of the Republic Nazar Amedi has emphasized the importance of maintaining Iraq’s religious and cultural diversity as a cornerstone for national unity and freedom of belief. This statement was made during discussions with the Syriac Catholic Patriarch of Antioch, Mar Ignatius Youssef III Younan, and his delegation at the Al-Salam Palace in Baghdad on Sunday.

According to Iraqi News Agency, President Amedi highlighted that Iraq’s diversity enriches its social, cultural, and human identity. He stressed that preserving this diversity strengthens social cohesion and safeguards the right of all Iraqis to practice their beliefs and live with dignity and security.

President Amedi further emphasized that Iraqis from all religious and social backgrounds are integral partners in nation-building and cultural enrichment. He noted that their contributions across various fields demonstrate their deep connection to Iraq’s land and history and their ongoing role in shaping the country’s present, progress, and prosperity.

Patriarch Younan expressed his appreciation for President Amedi’s dedication to promoting fraternity and coexistence among Iraqis. He also commended the efforts to strengthen ties among the country’s diverse communities and deepen their shared sense of national belonging.