Without a Federation Council, State-building in Iraq remains elusive
February 29th, 2024 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
The unicameral legislature’s dominance has contributed to the country’s fragility, but a constitutionally mandated solution to this problem already exists
Expelling US forces from Iraq will be bad for all stakeholders – including Iran
January 16th, 2024 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen
Baghdad needs to maintain western troop presence as well as keep Tehran on side. There is a way 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.
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?