Education and Employment: Critical for Securing Peace for Gypsies in Iraq
January 7th, 2024 by MERI
Gypsies have been living in Iraq & KRI for centuries, adding to the country’s diversity. This report examines experiences of conflict, displacement & post-conflict priorities of Gypsies.
Expelling US forces from Iraq will be bad for all stakeholders – including Iran
January 16th, 2024 by MERI
Baghdad needs to maintain western troop presence as well as keep Tehran on side. There is a way forward
Iraq’s Energy Priorities: Oil, Gas and Renewables
December 18th, 2023 by MERI
Policy makers and experts discussed the challenges and opportunities facing Iraq in the energy sector
Decentralization or Re-centralization: That’s the Question
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
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
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
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
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
In this panel, discussions focused on Nineveh people’s needs, aspirations, and perceptions of governance in the province.
Sinjar Agreement: Progress and Barriers
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
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
Institutionalisation of Federal-Regional Relations: A Process Long Overdue
December 20th, 2023 by MERI
An open and comprehensive debate with Nechirvan Barzani, President of the Kurdistan Region on the challenges facing the KRI and Iraq.
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