Erbil: Kurdistan Region President Nechirvan Barzani received US Deputy Secretary of State Michael Regace this morning, Wednesday, ahead of the opening of the US Consulate in Erbil, which is the largest in the Middle East.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, the meeting between President Barzani and Deputy Secretary Regace took place in anticipation of the official opening of the new US Consulate. The consulate is set to be a significant diplomatic presence in the region, reflecting the strong ties between the United States and the Kurdistan Region.

The discussions during the meeting were expected to cover various topics of mutual interest, including regional security and economic cooperation. The establishment of the consulate aims to facilitate diplomatic and economic relations in the area.

The opening of the consulate marks a milestone in US-Kurdistan relations, highlighting the strategic importance of the Kurdistan Region in the Middle East. Both parties expressed hope for continued collaboration and engagement on shared priorities.