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MERI hosts final round of debate to amend the Law of Combating Domestic Violence
February 3rd, 2015 by MERI
MERI has now finalised the draft amendment of Domestic Violence by accommodating the necessary amendments made by consensus during several months of deliberations
Representatives of Martti Ahtisaari Centre visit MERI to discuss the reconciliation process in Iraq
February 2nd, 2015 by MERI
“The EU should not leave Iraq to regional players, as Iraq is geographically too close to Europe to be ignored.”
High-Level UN Delegation visits MERI to discuss situation in Syria and Iraq
February 2nd, 2015 by MERI
There is great fear that a new wave of IDP and refugee influx will affect Kurdistan in the next few months as the war on ISIS moves gradually closer to urban areas, such as Mosul.
Kurdistan Teachers Union and MERI discuss reform in basic education system
February 1st, 2015 by MERI
The discussion focused on how to make trade unions more effective and their contribution to the democratic aspirations of the Kurdistan Region.
MERI & Al Sharq Forum: Policy Debate on Turkey – KRG Relations
January 29th, 2015 by MERI
Turkey is a regional power and an important neighbour and after decades of tensions, relations between Turkey and the KRG are improving for the mutual benefit of both sides.
Kurdistan Region’s Minister of Interior recognizes the need for police reform
January 22nd, 2015 by MERI
The Minister of Interior, Karim Sinjari, recognizes the pressing need for police reforms and the modernization of the system of governance in the Kurdistan Region.
MERI and Judicial Council discuss areas of reform & collaboration
January 22nd, 2015 by MERI
Strengthening the institutions of justice is key for improved system of governance. MERI team met with members of the Judicial Council to initiate an ambitious reform program leading to improved leadership & performance management of judges.
MERI hosts debate to amend the Law to Combat Domestic Violence
January 22nd, 2015 by MERI
Lawmakers, Ministry officials and civil society representatives debated a new comprehensive draft law, which broadens the definition of domestic violence.
MERI trains special police units on performance and Quality Assurance
January 22nd, 2015 by MERI
The programme involved training police officers on international quality standards and performance assessment to ensure the delivery of quality services to the public.
Short Video Interviews with KRI Political Leaders on the Current Crises
January 11th, 2018 by MERI
Short Interviews with the Kurdistan Region’s leading politicians regarding their vision for the way forward amidst the current political crises.