Kurdistan Center Director-General Shifa Barzani Visits Georgia, Joins Nowruz Celebrations in Tbilisi
Shifa Barzani, the Director-General of the Kurdistan Center, conducted an official visit to Georgia on Monday, where he was warmly received at Sokhumi University and participated in vibrant Nowruz celebrations organized by the Kurdish community in the capital, Tbilisi.
Official Welcome at Sokhumi University
Upon his arrival, Mr. Barzani was honored with a formal reception at Sokhumi University, where the event commenced with the playing of the national anthems of both Kurdistan and Georgia—a gesture underscoring the strong bilateral relations between the two nations. The university president and faculty members welcomed him, highlighting the importance of academic and cultural exchanges.
Nowruz Festivities in Tbilisi
The highlight of the visit was Mr. Barzani’s participation in the Nowruz (Kurdish New Year) celebrations, co-organized by the Kurdistan Center and the Ronahi Foundation. The event, held in Tbilisi, brought together Kurdish expatriates, Georgian officials, and representatives of local institutions.
The ceremony featured:
The raising of the Kurdistan flag
Traditional Kurdish music and dance performances
A display of images of KRG President Masoud Barzani, symbolizing national pride
In his address, Mr. Shifa Barzani conveyed greetings from President Masoud Barzani and extended Nowruz blessings to all attendees. He emphasized the importance of preserving Kurdish culture abroad and strengthening ties between Kurdistan and Georgia.
Strengthening Kurdish-Georgian Relations
The visit reinforced the Kurdistan Center’s commitment to fostering cultural diplomacy and supporting the Kurdish diaspora in Georgia. The presence of Georgian officials at the event further demonstrated the growing cooperation between the two regions.
This engagement marks another step in promoting Kurdish heritage globally while enhancing international partnerships.
