By Farhad Mohamed
At the local level, journalism functions as the fourth estate, overseeing the performance of governance and upholding a balance of accountability among the three branches of power: the parliament, the government, and the judiciary. On a broader scale, the press plays a crucial role in fostering international understanding, and Through the power of words make a bridge between nations., it promotes dialogue and mutual awareness among diverse cultures and societies.
The Kurdish Globe, an English-language newspaper published in the Kurdistan Region, plays a key role in shedding light on the rich and diverse culture of Kurdistan. With its focus on bringing attention to the region’s various national and religious groups, the newspaper aims to build awareness and foster understanding of Kurdistan’s heritage on a global scale.
The Kurdistan Region is proud of its deep-rooted heritage of tolerance and coexistence—values it aspires to share with the wider world, offering its unique experience as a model for humanity. At the same time, the Kurdish people recognize the importance of learning from the cultural richness and lived experiences of other nations. In this spirit of mutual exchange, The Kurdish Globe plays a vital role by publishing diverse viewpoints—both Kurdish and international—in the English language. Each edition serves as a bridge for cross-cultural dialogue, helping to build connections, exchange ideas, and enhance global understanding.
The Kurdistan Region is currently in the early stages of nation-building and state-building, striving toward success with a clear vision for the future. With hope and determination, it looks ahead to becoming a model of development and reconstruction to present to the world. In this regard, as consistently reflected in its publications, and the Kurdish Globe newspaper that always emphasizes the voluntary commitment of the Kurdish people to global and humanitarian values.
On this free platform, we proudly declare to the world:
“Kurdistan is the only region in the world where the seeds of radicalism, religious extremism, and sectarianism have never been planted.”
Moreover, we say with pride:
“Kurdistan is the land of all world civilizations. Even in our ancient caves, we were able to redefine human civilization as a shared, global one.”
“In conclusion, I believe The Kurdish Globe, published in English in the Kurdistan Region, plays a vital role. Using a common language like English allows us to engage in meaningful dialogue with other nations. Through this connection, we aim to foster understanding, promote cooperation, and share our belief that the future of humanity depends on peaceful nations. Global crises and wars can only be resolved through collective goodwill and collaboration among all countries, with hope guiding us toward a more peaceful world.”