
May 28, 2025
President Nechirvan Barzani received a telephone call this evening from Mr. Marco Rubio, the US Secretary of State.
During their conversation, they highlighted the importance of enhancing the strategic partnership between the United States and the Kurdistan Region. They also discussed economic and energy cooperation, as well as the need to maintain coordination to foster stability and peace in Iraq, Syria, and the broader region.
The US Secretary of State expressed his appreciation to President Nechirvan Barzani for his contributions in addressing the challenges between the Federal Government of Iraq and the Kurdistan Regional Government through understanding and constructive dialogue.
Secretary Rubio emphasized that the support of the United States for the Kurdistan Region will remain a fundamental aspect of the strategic relationship between the United States and Iraq. In response, President Nechirvan Barzani expressed his gratitude to the United States for its support to both Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.