While the KRG has made progress in recent years, there is still much work to be done. Panelists debate how we can transform existing structures, shape policy, and forge new pathways to advance women’s empowerment and equality.

A debate on the return needs of IDPs, and how local, national and geo-political dynamics affect this objective

The external perspectives of the current socio-political and security crisis in Iraq

The recent geopolitical developments in Iraq and Northern Syria, and how regional powers might influence the next evolution of the Middle East.

Ending Wars – Winning Peace in the Middle East: The New KRG Cabinet: Visions and Strategies for the Next Four Years (Panel 9, MERI Forum 2019).

The KRI’s share of the federal budget & oil revenue has been the most significant point of Erbil-Baghdad tension. What is how the KRG see the way forward

Visions and strategies for the KRG reform over the next four years

Ending Wars – Winning Peace in the Middle East. The need for local, national and international dialogue.

Ending Wars – Winning Peace in the Middle East: Experts and policy makers debate the challenges facing Iraq and possible solutions

Ending Wars – Winning Peace in the Middle East: Navigating Kurdistan Region Through Evolving Global and Regional Power Dynamics