Erdogan meets with Iraqi Kurdish President Barzani in Ankara for high-stakes talks

Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), arrived in Ankara on Tuesday morning for high-level discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other Turkish officials.

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Before his scheduled meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Barzani held talks with Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and National Intelligence Organization (MIT) chief Ibrahim Kalin.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (left 3) received Nechirvan Barzani (left 2), President of the Kurdish Regional Government of Iraq, at the Presidential Complex. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (right 3), Head of National Intelligence Organization (MIT) Ibrahim Kalin (right 2) and Presidential Advisor on Foreign Policy and Security Akif Cagatay Kilic (right) were also present at the reception. (AA Photo)

Key meeting with Erdogan

Following the preliminary talks, Barzani was welcomed at the Presidential Complex, where his meeting with President Erdogan officially commenced.

The discussions are expected to cover a range of bilateral issues, including regional security, energy cooperation and trade relations.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (2nd right) receives Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government President Nechirvan Barzani (2nd left) at the Presidential Complex. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (right) was also present at the reception. (AA Photo)

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (center) received Iraqi Kurdish Regional Government President Nechirvan Barzani (left) at the Presidential Complex. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan (right) was also present at the reception. (AA Photo)

Strengthening bilateral ties

Barzani's visit underscores the ongoing strategic relationship between Türkiye and the Iraqi Kurdish region. Both sides are focused on strengthening ties and addressing common challenges, particularly regarding regional stability.