The EU-Iraq security partnership: A policy debate with MEPs
June 2nd, 2022 by MERI
A policy debate with members of European Parliament Subcommittee on Security and Defence on EU-Iraq partnership: Peshmerga reform, the ISIS war and EU’s role in stabilisation
The US strategies in Iraq: A policy debate with Ambassador Matthew Tueller
May 21st, 2022 by MERI
The US has a long and enduring strategic interest with Iraq and will partner with the Iraqis who want to establish a stable and strong democratic country”, said Amb. Tueller.
The Federal Court Decision & the KRI’s Options
February 26th, 2022 by MERI
The Court decided on that the KRG’s export of oil is unconstitutional and its contracts illegal. What is the solution? Read more about this policy debate.
Italy’s strategies & engagements in Iraq: A policy debate with Ambassador Greganti
February 21st, 2022 by MERI
“Italy has always supported Iraq at the most difficult moments”, said the Italian Ambassador to Iraq in a MERI policy debate. Summary report & policy recommendations.
KDP and PUK in Sadir’s Chess Game
January 29th, 2022 by MERI
Al-Sadir is playing to win, whatever the cost. The Sunnis won the first round. The Kurds have lost sight of the bigger picture & focused on internal rivalry. It is not too late to find a win-win outcome.
MERI Forum 2021: Summery Reports and Panel Videos
December 19th, 2021 by MERI
Full list of sessions and links to summary reports and full video recordings at MERI Forum 2021 are listed below.
A Stable Iraq for a Stable Middle East: Forum Theme & Framework
December 19th, 2021 by MERI
This year’s Forum follows the Iraqi general elections, covid pandemic & a series of crises in the Middle East. The Forum created a perfect environment for an open, frank and constructive policy debate.
The US policy in Iraq
November 30th, 2021 by MERI
A summary report of a policy debate held at MERI, attended by a selection of policy makers, politicians and academics. Policy recommendations are presented to stakeholders.
Preventing Violent Extremism in the Balkans and the MENA
October 2nd, 2021 by MERI
Strengthening societal resilience is considered vital for the prevention of violent extremism. MERI is a member of 15 international research centres (lead by NUPI) to address this issues.
Iraq’s National Strategy to Counter Violent Extremism
September 24th, 2021 by MERI
Four years after the military defeat of the so-called Islamic State, pre-existing conditions associated with the risk of violent extremism continue unabated in Iraq.