His Excellency Nizar Amidi, President of the Republic of Iraq, presented His Excellency Haydar Sultan with his letters of credence as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Iraq to the Republic of Bulgaria.

On Tuesday, October 27, 2026, His Excellency the President of the Republic of Iraq, Nizar Amidi, received the credentials of His Excellency Haider Sultan as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Iraq to the Republic of Bulgaria. The ceremony took place at the Palace of Peace in Baghdad. The President wished the Ambassador success in the fulfillment of his mission.

During the meeting, the President emphasized the importance of developing and strengthening Iraqi-Bulgarian relations across all fields, in the interest of both nations. He highlighted Iraq’s commitment to building balanced regional and international relations and establishing effective partnerships with friendly and fraternal nations—partnerships that contribute to stability, development, and prosperity within the region.

The President also underscored the key role played by Iraqi diplomatic missions in representing Iraq with dignity abroad and in strengthening the country’s presence within regional and international forums. For his part, His Excellency Haider Sultan—who is set to arrive in the capital, Sofia—affirmed his readiness to represent the Republic of Iraq in a manner that reflects its status and national interests. He also expressed his commitment to fostering the development and deepening of bilateral relations between Iraq and Bulgaria, as well as expanding opportunities for cooperation between the two nations.

The Ambassador expressed his appreciation for the guidance provided by His Excellency the President of the Republic, and for the President’s keen attention to the advancement of diplomatic efforts and the strengthening of Iraq’s relations with fraternal and friendly nations at all levels.