From October 24th to November4th the Diplomatic School conducted its second training programme for diplomats from a number of the various agencies of Kurdistan Regional Government.

The programme aimed at improving the professional knowledge and skills of the participants and providing key knowledge about international relations and diplomacy (introduction to international relations, international law, international political economy, etc.). The programme also included talks on global and regional policies and development in international relations, various aspects of foreign policy implementation, cooperation with international organizations and the relations between the Republic of Armenia and the countries of the region.

The programme included tours to various cultural venues in the capital city Yerevan and beyond: the participants also visited History Museum of Armenia, the Mother See of Holy Echmiatsin, Matenadaran and Armenian Genocide Memorial and Museum, among others.

Upon completion of the programme, the Director of the Diplomatic School of Armenia, Ambassador Vahe Gabrielyan handed certificates to the participants. Ambassador Gabrielyan congratulated them and expressed confidence that the participants have gained a better understanding of Armenia and that the knowledge obtained in Armenia would contribute not only to their professional achievements but also to a deeper cooperation between Armenia and Iraqi Kurdistan.

The participants expressed their gratitude for the unique opportunity to expand their professional knowledge and get acquainted with the history and cultural heritage of the Republic of Armenia.