TEHRAN – The Prime Minister of the Iraqi Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, and the Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Nasrollah Rashvandi in Erbil, engaged in discussions regarding bilateral security collaboration.

This meeting, which took place on Friday to commemorate Rashvandi’s departure from his diplomatic position in Erbil, addressed various avenues for cooperation between Iran and the Kurdistan Regional Government. 

Barzani expressed his gratitude for Rashvandi’s contributions during his time in office and extended his best wishes for future diplomatic endeavors between Iran and Iraq.

In response, Rashvandi congratulated the Kurdistan Region on the successful execution of its recent parliamentary elections and expressed appreciation for the partnership between the KRG and the Iranian consulate. He also recognized the ongoing collaboration between Kurdish officials and the Iranian diplomatic mission in Erbil.

Additionally, in a separate meeting on Thursday, the Iranian consul general convened with the Kurdistan Region’s interior minister, Riber Ahmad, furthering his commitment to enhancing relations between the two governments. Their discussions centered on security cooperation and other significant areas of shared interest.

As the KRG and Iran continue to engage in dialogue and collaboration, these discussions highlight the shared commitment of both parties to ensure regional security and stability while supporting the development of a robust and capable government in the Kurdistan Region.

The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) serves as the official governing authority for the Kurdistan Region located in northern Iraq. It was established in 1992 and operates as a semi-autonomous body within Iraq's federal framework.