Iraq, KRG reach agreement to resume oil exports through Turkey, says Iraqi Oil Minister

Following a series of productive meetings between Iraq’s Ministry of Oil and the KRG’s Ministry of Natural Resources, both sides have come to an important understanding that paves the way for renewed exports.

Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani. (Photo: INA)
Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani. (Photo: INA)

ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – Iraqi Oil Minister Hayyan Abdul Ghani announced on Wednesday that the Iraqi government and the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) have reached an agreement to resume oil exports through Turkey’s Ceyhan port. 

Following a series of productive meetings between Iraq’s Ministry of Oil and the KRG’s Ministry of Natural Resources, both sides have come to an important understanding that paves the way for renewed exports.

This development marks a significant step forward for Iraq’s economy, strengthening its oil industry and reinforcing ties between Baghdad and Erbil. Also, on Monday Ghani confirmed that oil exports from the Kurdistan Region are expected to resume within the next two days, signaling positive momentum for the country’s energy future.

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