Kurdistan Region, Turkey Move Toward Resuming Oil Exports via Ceyhan
The discussion also touched on regional stability and peace efforts, with both parties exchanging views on the peace process in Turkey.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani met with Turkish Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Nuh Yılmaz to discuss a range of strategic issues, including the highly anticipated resumption of oil exports from the Kurdistan Region through the port of Ceyhan.
According to a statement from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), both sides reaffirmed the importance of revitalizing oil exports—a move that would mark a significant milestone in regional energy collaboration and bring mutual economic benefits to both sides.
The meeting highlighted shared interests in expanding bilateral relations, not only in the energy sector but also in broader economic and infrastructure initiatives. Among the key topics was the implementation of a strategic development project aimed at connecting the Gulf countries, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region to Turkey and Europe via rail. Leaders on both sides expressed strong support for this initiative, recognizing its potential to transform trade and connectivity across the region.
The discussion also touched on regional stability and peace efforts, with both parties exchanging views on the peace process in Turkey. Deputy Minister Yılmaz expressed gratitude to Prime Minister Barzani for his continued support for peace and regional cooperation.
This high-level engagement signals a renewed commitment to economic integration and political dialogue, paving the way for a stronger partnership between the Kurdistan Region and Turkey. The expected resumption of oil exports through Ceyhan is poised to play a key role in stabilizing and boosting the regional economy.
