President Nechirvan Barzani congratulates Nouri al-Maliki

January 25, 2026

President Nechirvan Barzani extended his congratulations to Mr. Nouri al-Maliki following his nomination as the candidate for Prime Minister of Iraq. The two leaders spoke by phone this evening.

During the call, the President voiced his support and wished Mr. al-Maliki success in forming a government that meets the aspirations of all Iraqi citizens and effectively addresses the country’s challenges.

Mr. al-Maliki thanked the President for reaching out and for his words of congratulations.

[Source: Kurdistan Region Presidency - press release]