Presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

President Nechirvan Barzani and the President of the European Commission emphasize joint cooperation

2026-11-11T15:13:00.000000Z
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November 11, 2026

On the sidelines of COP31, President Nechirvan Barzani met with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission.

Their discussions focused on relations between the European Union, Iraq, and the Kurdistan Region, along with opportunities to strengthen cooperation in various fields, particularly in addressing climate change and environmental challenges.

They also discussed political and security developments in the region. Both sides underscored the importance of maintaining peace and stability.