Strengthening Ties: Kurdistan PM and UAE President Discuss Regional Cooperation at WGS2025
“It is always a pleasure to meet with my brother H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. We discussed regional developments and our shared vision for economic growth, stability, and deeper ties between the Kurdistan Region and the UAE,” said Prime Minister Barzani
ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) – In a significant diplomatic engagement, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations during a high-profile meeting in Dubai.
The discussions took place on the sidelines of the World Governments Summit, an annual platform that brings together global leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore solutions for governance and international collaboration.
Prime Minister Barzani, leading a delegation from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), and President bin Zayed reviewed recent developments in Iraq and the broader Middle East, emphasizing the importance of political stability, economic partnerships, and regional security. Both leaders expressed a shared vision of deepening cooperation across multiple sectors, including trade, energy, and investment.
“It is always a pleasure to meet with my brother H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed. We discussed regional developments and our shared vision for economic growth, stability, and deeper ties between the Kurdistan Region and the UAE,” Prime Minister Barzani posted on his personal X account.
It is always a pleasure to meet with my brother H.H. Sheikh @MohamedBinZayed.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) February 12, 2025
We discussed regional developments and our shared vision for economic growth, stability, and deeper ties between the Kurdistan Region and the UAE. pic.twitter.com/KPps0kQuSs
The UAE has long maintained strong economic and diplomatic ties with the Kurdistan Region, with Emirati businesses actively investing in key industries such as construction, infrastructure, and oil. This meeting further cements the growing partnership between the two sides, reflecting the UAE’s increasing role in regional economic development and stability.
The engagement underscores the Kurdistan Region’s strategic outreach to international partners, seeking to expand economic opportunities and strengthen diplomatic ties amid evolving regional dynamics.
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