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President Barzani and Consul General Braem also reiterated the historic friendship and deep-rooted partnership between the Kurdish and French peoples.
In a diplomatic engagement underscoring the enduring ties between Kurdistan and France, President Masoud Barzani received Yann Braem, the Consul General of France in Erbil, on Saturday, at his residence in Pirmam.
The high-level meeting comes at a pivotal moment for the Kurdistan Region as internal political dynamics and regional pressures shape the next phase of governance.
According to a statement from the Barzani Headquarters, the discussion centered on the evolving political landscape in Iraq and the wider region, with both sides exchanging views on the Kurdistan Region’s internal affairs and its relations with Baghdad.
Key topics included the ongoing dialogue between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the Federal Government of Iraq, as well as the progress and challenges related to the formation of the next KRG cabinet.
President Barzani and Consul General Braem also reiterated the historic friendship and deep-rooted partnership between the Kurdish and French peoples. The meeting served as both a reaffirmation of bilateral goodwill and a platform for strategic dialogue amid shifting regional currents.
As the Kurdistan Region navigates complex domestic and federal political landscapes, Saturday’s meeting in Pirmam highlights France’s continued engagement and interest in stability, democratic governance, and partnership in Iraqi Kurdistan.
The conversation reflected mutual commitments to strengthening ties and supporting political dialogue in a region often beset by volatility.