Public Affairs Officer Gina Cabrera met with a group of researchers from Kurdistan Conflict and Crisis Research Center (KCCRC) to discuss their research in the fields of security, minorities, and press freedom in the IKR. PAO Cabrera listened to the researchers insights and learned more about pressing issues in the IKR. Read More»

Consul General Robert Palladino visited Erbil Polytechnic University and met with President Dr. Kawa Sherwani and senior administrators. They discussed U.S. exchange programs, the university’s progress, and areas of possible cooperation. CG Palladino also participated in a roundtable discussion with Erbil Polytechnic University students to hear about their plans for the future and how the ... Read More»

U.S. Ambassador to Iraq, Matthew H. Tueller visited the Iraqi Kurdistan Region (IKR) on August 9-11. Ambassador Tueller, accompanied by Consul General Robert Palladino, met with IKR President Nechirvan Barzani, Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani, and the President of the Kurdistan Democratic Party Masoud Barzani. The Ambassador and IKR leaders discussed ... Read More»