A Policy Debate with Ammar Al-Hakim on State-Building in Iraq
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
A comprehensive policy debate with Ammar Al-Hakim, leader of Al-Hikma Movement, on the security and political challenges facing Iraq and ways forward
Challenges facing the PUK: A Policy Debate with Bafel Talabani
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
A frank and open debate with Bafel Talabani of PUK on the Challenges facing his party, the KRI and Iraq
The US Foreign Policy in Iraq and the Middle East
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
A special debate on the US policy in Iraq with Victoria Taylor, the US Deputy Assistant Secretary for Iran and Iraq.
Iraq & International Partners: Engagement, Mutual Perceptions, & Shared Visions
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
This panel discussed mutual perceptions and shared visions between Iraq and its Coalition partners, on challenges and opportunities for collaboration.
Iraq and International Partners: Engagement, Mutual Perceptions & Shared Visions
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
Iraq’s foreign relations with international partners were debated with ambassadors of long term partners of Iraq.
Congregations turned to Actors: The case of Christian Local Reconstruction Committees in Nineveh
September 23rd, 2023 by MERI
The role of the Church-led local reconstruction committees in sustainable community rehabilitation in the Nineveh Plains is examined & policy recommendations are offered.
International Partnership: Perceptions, Aspirations and Barriers
May 30th, 2023 by MERI
Ambassadors, journalists, & foreign policy experts took a critical & nuanced look at Iraq’s international partnerships & barriers to more even-handed relations.
The US Strategies in Iraq and the Wider Region
May 30th, 2023 by MERI
The US strategies in the Middle East has evolved significantly. In this policy debate with US Assistant Secretary of State Barbara Leaf clarifies the US strategy in Iraq and the neighbouring countries.
Six months into Government: Challenges and Progress
May 30th, 2023 by MERI
Academic experts and PM advisors discussed the progress made by the Al-Sudani administration, over the past 6m, and how the government will face future challenges and people’s expectations.
Tackling Corruption and Reforming the Financial System
May 29th, 2023 by MERI
The Iraqi financial system does not meet the challenges, while corruption has become deeply entrenched. The “Heist of the Century” revealed structural weaknesses within Iraq’s financial system. How can this system be reformed and corruption controlled?