Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq (cabinet.gov.krd) - Prime Minister Nechirvan Barzani received the new Consul General of the Republic of India to the Kurdistan Region, Mr. Chandramouli Kumar and his accompanying delegation.

Consul General Kumar thanked the Kurdistan Regional Government for its assistance to the Consulate General in Erbil.

He said he will work to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation, particularly in the areas where Kurdistan Region needs expertise and training.

Prime Minister Barzani congratulated Mr. Kumar on his new position and wished him success in his duties, assuring him of his government’s support during his mission.

He also expressed his government’s desire to strengthen the relations between the Kurdistan Region and the Republic of India, especially in the fields of conomy and trade.

Political and security development in Iraq and the region were also discussed in the meeting.