President Barzani Welcomes Italian Consul General in Erbil

On Sunday, August 3, 2025, President Masoud Barzani received Mr. Tommaso Sansone, the Italian Consul General in Erbil, in Salahaddin.

During their meeting, President Barzani expressed the Kurdistan Region's eagerness to enhance its relationship with Italy, acknowledging the significant contributions of the Italian government and its people to the Region. He specifically highlighted Italy's support during the fight against ISIS, emphasizing that the Kurdistan Region will always remember this assistance.

In response, the Italian Consul General reaffirmed his country's commitment to supporting the Kurdistan Region and expressed a strong desire to strengthen bilateral relations across various sectors.

The discussion also covered recent developments and challenges, including the political landscape in Iraq, the relationship between the Kurdistan Regional Government and the Iraqi federal government, the peace process in Turkey, and the ongoing tensions in Syria. Both parties underscored the importance of fostering friendly ties between the people of Kurdistan and Italy.