Erbil, Kurdistan Region (GOV.KRD) – Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today received a UK military delegation led by Vice Admiral Edward Ahlgren, UK Senior Defence Adviser for the Middle East and North Africa.
During the meeting, which was attended by the Consul General of the United Kingdom in the Kurdistan Region, they exchanged views on the developments in the Kurdistan Region, Iraq, and the wider region.
They agreed on the importance of further developing the historic relations between the Kurdistan Region and the United Kingdom and strengthening security coordination and cooperation.
Prime Minister Barzani reiterated the Kurdistan Region’s appreciation for the support and assistance provided by the United Kingdom and Coalition forces.
They also discussed the need to reactivate the Kurdistan Parliament, form a new cabinet of the KRG, and resolve outstanding issues between the Kurdistan Region and the federal government on the basis of respect for the constitutional status of the Kurdistan Region.