Kurdistan’s Reforms Key to Regional Stability, Says PM Masrour Barzani
Erbil, Kurdistan Region – Prime Minister Masrour Barzani of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) emphasized that recent reforms in energy, banking, and economic diversification are not only vital for the Kurdistan Region but also crucial for Iraq’s stability and the broader Middle East.
In a tweet on Friday, Barzani highlighted the KRG’s ongoing efforts to modernize its economy and infrastructure, stating that these measures contribute to long-term growth and security across the region. He also acknowledged the United States as a “key partner” in supporting these reforms.
Kurdistan’s reforms — energy, banking, economic diversification — aren’t just about us.
— Masrour Barzani (@masrourbarzani) May 23, 2025
They drive stability and growth for all of Iraq and the broader region.
The U.S. remains a key partner in that mission. pic.twitter.com/dNiY21d2MO
The Kurdistan Region has undertaken significant steps to strengthen its energy sector, improve financial regulations, and reduce reliance on oil revenues through economic diversification. These initiatives come amid ongoing challenges, including budgetary disputes with Baghdad and regional geopolitical tensions.
Analysts suggest that Kurdistan’s stability plays a pivotal role in Iraq’s overall security and could influence economic ties with neighboring countries, including Turkey and Iran. The U.S. has consistently supported the KRG’s institution-building efforts, viewing a prosperous Kurdistan as a stabilizing force in the region.
Barzani’s remarks reinforce the KRG’s commitment to reform while seeking stronger international collaboration to sustain development and peace.
