Solicitude and concern are required for the city of safety and coexistence

Shafaq News/ Duhok is a governorate located in the north of Kurdistan, that contains 7 districts and 29 townships. It is known for its exquisite scenic views, as it is surrounded by mountains and banks a small river that originates from the great dam of Duhok.
The Kurdish province is a hallmark on the historical and geographical map. Beside the peculiar breathtaking landscapes, Duhok's hills and caves constitutes an archeological records as it teems a huge collection of sculptures, monuments and churches, rendering it an appealing tourist destination.
Duhok tangents the borders of three neighboring countries (Iraq, Syria and Turkey). Therefore, it is a conduit of the international transportation line that connects Iraq and Turkey -as well as Iraq and the outside world. The oil line that runs from Kirkuk to Turkey, also transits in the north-western area of Duhok. All of those factors, among others, underlines the importance of Duhok as a strategic junctional point in economy of the region.

Duhok, previously considered a part of Mosul, inspired a new shape, due to its unique demographic and natural characteristics. On its 51st anniversary, many activists asked Kurdistan’s regional government (KRG) to provide more care and attention to this magnificent province.

In a statement to Shafaq News agency, Ramadan Kovely, the president of the academy of political science, urged the provincial officials and KRG, to comply to the demands of the citizens and keep Duhok away from political conflicts.

On his part, the governor of Duhok, Farhad Al-Atroushi, stated that “the leadership of September’s revolution (that erupted in 1961 and was led by General Mustafa Barzani) pushed the Iraqi government to proclaim Duhok district a province; for its potential in agriculture, tourism and mercantile aspects. And that aim was achieved on 27/05/1969.”

The journalist Jekdar Al-Atroushi told Shafaq News that “Duhok must be offered a special attention inorder to develop its sectors, as it has become a shelter for those who seek safety and a symbol of coexistence for its containment of hundreds of thousands of refugees".