Erbil, Kurdistan Region – On Sunday, Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani welcomed Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Alparslan Bayraktar and his delegation to a high-level meeting aimed at bolstering cooperation between the Kurdistan Region and Turkey. The discussions, held in the Kurdistan Region, focused on enhancing bilateral relations, particularly in the energy sector, and addressing challenges to ensure smoother energy exports.

The meeting underscored the commitment of both sides to strengthen their partnership and resolve obstacles hindering the export of oil from the Kurdistan Region through the Turkish port of Ceyhan. Prime Minister Barzani and Minister Bayraktar emphasized the importance of taking decisive steps to facilitate more efficient energy exports, which would benefit both the Kurdistan Region and Turkey’s energy interests.

The talks highlighted the growing strategic collaboration between the two regions, reflecting a shared vision for economic growth and energy security. Both leaders expressed optimism about the potential for expanded cooperation, which promises to deepen the longstanding ties between the Kurdistan Region and Turkey.

Minister Bayraktar’s visit also includes meetings with senior officials from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) to explore further opportunities for collaboration in the energy sector and other areas of mutual interest. The discussions are expected to pave the way for new initiatives that will strengthen economic and strategic partnerships between the two sides.

This high-level engagement marks a significant step forward in the relationship between the Kurdistan Region and Turkey, with energy cooperation serving as a cornerstone of their evolving partnership. Both parties expressed confidence that the outcomes of these talks will contribute to regional stability and prosperity.