Shifa Barzani Congratulates Judy Hirsh Tayyar

On the occasion of obtaining an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) in Norway and raising the flag of Kurdistan, Shifa Barzani, Director-General of the Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation at the Barzani Headquarters’ Diaspora Office, has congratulated Judy Hirsh Tayyar, a young man from Pirmam.

In her message, Shifa Barzani highly praised his achievement in obtaining the prestigious pilot qualification, describing it as a source of pride for his family, the people of Pirmam District, and the entire Kurdish nation, including the Kurdish diaspora abroad.

She also highlighted the raising of the Kurdistan flag at the moment of celebrating this achievement, describing it as clear and undeniable evidence of the deep spiritual connection and loyalty that talented Kurdish young people maintain towards their homeland, wherever they may be in the world. She also wished him continued success and further achievements.

The Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) is regarded as the highest level of civil aviation pilot licence, enabling a pilot to serve as a captain on commercial airline flights. Obtaining this qualification in a developed country such as Norway is another example of the academic and professional achievements attained by young Kurds living abroad in Western countries. In this context, the Barzani Headquarters’ Diaspora Office continues to reaffirm its support for the talents and capabilities of the Kurdish diaspora.

Full Text of the Congratulatory Message

Dear Mr Judy Hirsh Tayyar,

We highly appreciate your achievement in obtaining the Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL) in the field of aviation in Norway, and we extend our sincere congratulations and appreciation to you.

This achievement is not only a source of pride for your respected family and the proud people of Pirmam District, but also a valuable asset and a great source of pride for the entire Kurdish nation and the Kurdish diaspora living outside the homeland.

The raising of the sacred flag of Kurdistan at the moment this achievement was celebrated is a clear indication and undeniable evidence of the profound spiritual connection and loyalty that talented Kurdish young people maintain towards their land and homeland, wherever they may be in the world.

Once again, congratulations. May you always remain proud and continue to achieve success.

With respect and esteem,

Shifa Barzani
Director-General of the Kurdistani Diaspora Confederation

10 October 2026