Undersecretary for Multilateral and Legal Affairs Holds Bilateral Meetings on Sidelines of Human Rights Council Session in Geneva

The Undersecretary of the Foreign Ministry for Multilateral and Legal Affairs, Ambassador Shorsh Khaled Saeed, met with Swiss Foreign Minister Mr. Ignazio Cassis, and Mr. Volker Türk, United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights, on the sidelines of the 58th Session of Human Rights Council – High-Level Segment in Geneva.

During the two meetings, the Undersecretary discussed supporting Iraq’s membership in the Human Rights Council for the 2026-2028 term, and reviewed the Iraqi government efforts in promoting and protecting human rights, including implementing its international obligations and strengthening relevant national legislation. As well Undersecretary Saeed stressed Iraq’s commitment to strengthening partnership with the international community on issues related to human rights.