Presidency of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq

President Nechirvan Barzani receives a letter from the US Secretary of State

2025-11-09T16:30:00.000000Z
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November 9, 2025

President Nechirvan Barzani received a letter from the US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

In his letter, Mr. Rubio commended President Nechirvan Barzani for his role in reopening of the pipeline between Iraq and Türkiye, which enables the export of oil from the Kurdistan Region, and welcomed the initiative.

In the letter, Secretary Rubio also expressed his appreciation for President Nechirvan Barzani’s ongoing efforts to promote dialogue between Türkiye and the PKK, as well as his commitment to fostering peace and stability in Syria.

Mr. Rubio emphasized that the enduring partnership between the United States and the Kurdistan Region is essential for ensuring stability and progress, and stated: “Your leadership and constructive engagement reflect the kind of responsible statesmanship that advances peace and cooperation.”

He also conveyed his appreciation for the continued collaboration between the two parties and praised President Nechirvan Barzani’s dedication to partnership and unity. He noted that strengthening economic cooperation between the United States and the Kurdistan Region will further reinforce their mutual interests.