The Kurdistan Region: Nation-building and State-Building
A policy debate with the KRG’s Prime Minister Masrour Barzani on post-election strategies
Policy Debate
The Evolving Political Dynamics in Kurdistan: What to Expect over the next Four Years?
A policy debate with Bafel Talabani on visions for post-election negotiations and creation of a new KRG Cabinet
Women Empowerment in Institutional Leadership
This policy debate focused the relatively weak participation of women in decision-making in Iraq and Kurdistan Region, and how to address the gap
Iraq’s Energy Priorities: Oil, Gas and Renewables
Policy makers and experts discussed the challenges and opportunities facing Iraq in the energy sector
Decentralization or Re-centralization: That’s the Question
This policy debate examined the mode of governance in Iraq, zeroing in on the ideal scenario that could suit Iraq in light of its constitutionally stated federal nature and the diversities it enjoins.
The Al-Sudani Cabinet: Pledges, Progress & Prospects
In this policy debate, the challenges and achievements of the incumbent Al-Sudani government was critically appraised, a year after its inauguration.
Nineveh: People’s Needs, Aspirations and Perceptions
In this panel, discussions focused on Nineveh people’s needs, aspirations, and perceptions of governance in the province.
Sinjar Agreement: Progress and Barriers
An in-depth analysis of the challenges and opportunities surrounding the implementation of the Sinjar Agreement, with Rebar Ahmed, the KRG Minister of Interior, and Claudio Cordone, the Deputy SRSG