After 33 years, Switzerland has reopened its embassy in the Iraqi capital, Baghdad
Switzerland had closed it’s embassy in 1991 due to the Gulf War.
The Swiss Foreign Ministry who disclosed this in a statement today, said security situation has improved to such a degree after years of conflict that it is now safe to again have a presence in Iraq.
According to the statement, Iraq is playing an increasingly important role as a bridge-builder and mediator in the Middle East and one of the aims of the embassy is to strengthen bilateral relations.
“In recent years, Iraq has repeatedly campaigned for peace and security in the region,” it said.
It says with its energy resources and economic diversification, Iraq offers interesting long-term export and investment opportunities for Swiss companies.”
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