In response to a congratulatory message by Barzani to Pompeo for his new position, the US official also hoped that ties between the sides will be developed, BasNews reported.
Pompeo reiterated that Washington with its allies in the international coalition will make every effort to ensure the security of the Kurdistan Region and the whole world as well to make a more comfortable environment for the people.
Former CIA Director Mike Pompeo was confirmed as the new secretary of the state on April 27.
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