Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein affirmed on Thursday that diplomacy has succeeded in protecting Iraq and preventing attacks against it.
A statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, received by the Iraq Times, stated that "Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Fuad Hussein attended the opening session of the Capacity Development Program for New Ambassadors, at the Higher Institute for Leadership Preparation and Qualification in Baghdad."
The statement added that "the session was moderated by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Political Planning Affairs, Ambassador Hisham Al-Alawi, who delivered an opening speech in which he congratulated the new ambassadors on assuming their diplomatic duties," noting "the importance of their representation of the distinguished Ministry of Foreign Affairs in international forums."
The statement continued, "The Minister delivered a speech in which he expressed his congratulations to the new ambassadors on their important positions and thanked the leadership of the institute for hosting the program. He emphasized the importance of education and training in developing diplomatic cadres," noting that "the diplomatic world is witnessing constant change, which requires continuous learning and updating of knowledge and skills."
According to the statement, the minister stressed "the need for openness to other cultures and an understanding of diverse political systems," emphasizing that "the interests of the Iraqi state must be the ambassador's top priority, and that work must be based on the constitution and national identity, far from any ideological premises. The ambassador represents the state and the political system with balance and responsibility."
The statement continued, "Hussein addressed the challenges Iraq faced under the former regime during previous wars and the blockade, and the resulting isolation from intellectual development." He noted that "Iraqi diplomacy, despite the ongoing conflicts in the region, has succeeded in protecting Iraq and preventing attacks against it." He emphasized that "Iraq's sensitive geographical location requires active diplomacy."
He emphasized that "Iraqi society is pluralistic, and this diversity represents a source of strength and richness in building foreign relations."
In his conversation with the ambassadors, according to the statement, the minister addressed a number of organizational aspects and basic concepts of diplomatic work, emphasizing the need for commitment, discipline, and teamwork. He also noted the importance of caring for Iraqi communities abroad, considering them a national asset and intellectual wealth that contributes to strengthening communication with other peoples and societies.
The statement continued, "The session concluded with an interactive dialogue during which the minister answered questions, inquiries, and suggestions raised by the participating ambassadors, in an atmosphere of fruitful and constructive discussion."
Foreign Minister: Diplomacy succeeded in protecting Iraq and preventing attacks against it.
