Hamdan bin Mohammed meets with Prime Minister of Kurdistan Region of Iraq

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defence of the UAE, today met with His Excellency Masrour Barzani, Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, on the sidelines of the first day of the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2025.

The meeting discussed ways to strengthen bilateral relations and explored new avenues for cooperation across various sectors. The discussion focused on enhancing economic partnerships, increasing trade and tourism exchange, and promoting investment opportunities that support the comprehensive and sustainable development goals of both sides.

His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed and His Excellency Masrour Barzani also exchanged views on key regional and international developments and discussed topics of mutual interest. The meeting highlighted the importance of international platforms such as the World Governments Summit in fostering dialogue, sharing knowledge, and promoting collaborative efforts to address global challenges and shape a better future.

The meeting was attended by His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group; His Excellency Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications; His Excellency Abdulla Al Basti, Secretary General of The Executive Council of Dubai; His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority in Dubai; and His Excellency Helal Saeed Al Marri, Director General of Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism.