Moorhead and MSUM partner in education, business and culture with Kurdistan city

MOORHEAD — In a show of cooperation spanning more than 6,000 miles, the city of Moorhead has joined with Zakho, Kurdistan, pledging commitments to cultural exchange, educational opportunities and economic development. Moorhead Mayor Shelly Carlson and Guhdar Sheekhoo, head of the Zakho Independent Administration, signed a friendship proclamation at Minnesota State University Moorhead’s Christianson Alumni Center on Wednesday, July 2. […]

Moorhead and Zakho Sign Historic Friendship Proclamation

A milestone moment in international friendship and cultural exchange unfolded in Moorhead on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, as officials from the City of Moorhead and Zakho, Kurdistan, gathered to sign a Friendship Proclamation at Minnesota State Moorhead’s Christianson Alumni Center.  This proclamation represents both cities’ commitment to cultural exchange, educational opportunities, and economic development. It symbolizes unity and a spirit of […]