AMMAN - HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, founder
and chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Global Digital (TAG.GD), participated in the
reception held by the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in the Hashemite Kingdom
of Jordan on the occasion of Iraq’s 94th National Day and Iraqi Sovereignty
Day.
Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh was received by Iraq’s
Ambassador to Jordan, HE Mr. Omar Al-Barzanji, who welcomed his attendance at
the reception, highlighting the deep-rooted fraternal and friendly relations
between the two countries.
For his part, Dr. Abu-Ghazaleh expressed his
appreciation for the Iraqi Embassy’s role in strengthening bilateral relations
between the two brotherly countries. He also commended the growing partnership
between TAG.GD and Iraqi institutions in the fields of digital transformation,
education, innovation, and cultural exchange.
Addressing the gathering, Mr. Al-Barzanji, of
Iraq to Jordan and non-resident ambassador to the State of Palestine, highlighted
Iraq’s historical legacy and rich civilizational heritage. He affirmed that
true sovereignty is founded on independent national decision-making, the
preservation of territorial integrity, and respect for the dignity of citizens.
He also paid tribute to the sacrifices of the Iraqi people in defense of their
homeland, emphasizing the country’s continued commitment to establishing the
rule of law, strengthening institutions, and advancing democratic governance.
The ceremony included a short film
documenting Iraqi Sovereignty Day and the completion of the withdrawal of
foreign forces from Iraq on September 30, 2026. Jordan’s Minister of State for
Foreign Affairs HE Ms. Nancy Namrouqa joined Ambassador Al-Barzanji in cutting
a cake to mark the two national occasions.
The ceremony concluded with an emphasis on
the depth of the brotherly relations between Iraq and Jordan, as guests joined
the dinner hosted by the Embassy for the occasion.