Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan arrives in Erbil to hold talks with Kurdish leaders

His visit is strategically aimed at engaging in discussions with prominent Kurdish officials.

Upon his arrival at Erbil International Airport, the distinguished Turkish diplomat was warmly received by a delegation consisting of the Region's Minister of Interior, the Head of the Foreign Relations Department, and the Governor of Erbil.

Sources have revealed that the foreign minister's agenda involves high-level meetings with key figures within the Kurdistan Region's leadership. While specific details of these discussions have not been disclosed, it is anticipated that a range of significant topics will be addressed.

This visit to Erbil follows Hakan Fidan's recent two-day official visit to Baghdad. In his newly assumed role as the foreign minister, Fidan's presence in the Iraqi capital has been marked by meetings with prominent Iraqi officials. Notably, his prior position was Turkey's head of intelligence.

During his stay in Baghdad, Fidan engaged in discussions with the Iraqi President, Prime Minister, Deputy Prime Minister, and also held talks with the Speaker of the Parliament. These interactions underline the diplomatic efforts to strengthen ties and promote cooperation between Turkey and Iraq.

Fidan's back-to-back visits to both Baghdad and Erbil underscore the strategic significance Turkey places on its relationships with both the central Iraqi government and the Kurdistan Regional Government. The outcomes of these dialogues are awaited with interest, as they hold the potential to shape regional dynamics and collaboration. (ILKHA)