FM Receives UNICEF Representative in Iraq and Reaffirms Support for Child Protection and Human Development

Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Iraq, H.E. Mr. Fuad Hussein, received on Monday, 15 June 2026, the Representative of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) in Iraq, Mr. Christian, at the Ministry Headquarters.

During the meeting, the two sides discussed ways to enhance cooperation between Iraq and UNICEF and reviewed the organization’s programs and projects in the fields of child protection, healthcare, and education across various Iraqi governorates.

H.E. the Minister reaffirmed Iraq’s commitment to continuing its cooperation with UNICEF and supporting its efforts to serve children and advance human development. H.E. stressed the importance of providing an enabling environment that allows international organizations to effectively implement their humanitarian and development programs.

For his part, the UNICEF Representative expressed his appreciation for the support provided by the Iraqi Government to the organization’s work, reaffirming UNICEF’s commitment to enhancing its partnership with Iraq and continuing to implement programs aimed at supporting children and youth throughout the country.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides underscored the importance of maintaining close coordination and cooperation to achieve the best possible outcomes for the beneficiaries of UNICEF’s programs in Iraq.