Kurdistan Region President meets with top US delegation to strengthen relations

The meeting addressed ongoing efforts to form a new Cabinet for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). Both parties recognized the importance of continued cooperation in Iraq's political landscape.

Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (right) during his meeting with Victoria Taylor, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Iraq and Iran at the US Department of State, Jan. 15, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan Region Presidency)
Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani (right) during his meeting with Victoria Taylor, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Iraq and Iran at the US Department of State, Jan. 15, 2025. (Photo: Kurdistan Region Presidency)

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – In a significant diplomatic engagement, Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani hosted a meeting on Wednesday with Victoria Taylor, the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Iraq and Iran at the US Department of State, along with her accompanying delegation. The discussions primarily focused on the future of US-Iraq relations, the evolving dynamics between the Kurdistan Region and Baghdad, and broader regional issues, according to a statement from Kurdistan Region Presidency.

The meeting addressed ongoing efforts to form a new Cabinet for the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG). Both parties recognized the importance of continued cooperation in Iraq's political landscape. They also reviewed recent developments and discussed ways to enhance political stability in the region.

A key point of discussion was the need to resolve outstanding issues between Erbil and Baghdad, with both sides reaffirming their commitment to working within the framework of Iraq's Constitution, legal agreements, and existing accords. The discussions highlighted the importance of maintaining peace and stability in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region while avoiding further escalation of tensions in the Middle East.

The leaders also shared insights on regional challenges, including the situation in Syria, and underscored the importance of collective efforts to ensure a peaceful, prosperous future for the region.

The meeting marked a significant step in strengthening relations between the Kurdistan Region and the United States. Both parties expressed their desire to continue working closely together to pursue shared goals.