Archive for January 22nd, 2015

The Minister of Interior, Karim Sinjari, recognizes the pressing need for police reforms and the modernization of the system of governance in the Kurdistan Region.

Strengthening the institutions of justice is key for improved system of governance. MERI team met with members of the Judicial Council to initiate an ambitious reform program leading to improved leadership & performance management of judges.

Lawmakers, Ministry officials and civil society representatives debated a new comprehensive draft law, which broadens the definition of domestic violence.

The programme involved training police officers on international quality standards and performance assessment to ensure the delivery of quality services to the public.