Washington: Kurdistan Regional Government Prime Minister Masrour Barzani arrived in Washington, DC, heading a high-level government delegation, at the start of a visit in response to an official invitation.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, Barzani is scheduled to hold "a series of meetings with senior officials in the US administration and Congress. He will also meet with a number of investors, businessmen, and prominent economic figures in the United States."

Discussions during this visit, according to the statement, will focus on "ways to advance bilateral relations and strengthen ties between the Kurdistan Region and the United States at various levels. The talks will also address all developments in Iraq, as well as the current situation in the region."

In the context of enhancing cooperation in the energy sector, the Prime Minister will participate in a special dialogue session within an energy forum held in Washington, entitled "The Future of Energy in the Kurdistan Region," where he will present the region's vision and plans for developing this sector and attracting investments.