Tehran, Iran, May 7, 2024

During President Nechirvan Barzani’s second day of his official visit to Tehran, he and his delegation had a productive meeting with Mr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, the Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Both parties emphasized the significance of maintaining strong relations between Iraq, the Kurdistan Region, and the Islamic Republic of Iran, based on the principles of good neighborliness and shared interests. They explored various opportunities and strategies to enhance cooperation and strengthen ties across all sectors.

It was mutually agreed that the Islamic Republic of Iran holds immense potential for collaboration with Iraq and the Kurdistan Region in areas such as trade, economy, investment, agriculture, tourism, culture, education, and many others. To fully capitalize on these opportunities, it is crucial for the relevant stakeholders from both sides to continue working together.

Furthermore, the meeting also provided an opportunity to discuss the overall situation in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, as well as the ongoing relations between Erbil and Baghdad.