The new government of Iraq is facing major challenges that require urgent solutions. This international policy workshop brain-stormed these challenges & offered practical recommendations.

A policy debate with members of European Parliament Subcommittee on Security and Defence on EU-Iraq partnership: Peshmerga reform, the ISIS war and EU’s role in stabilisation

The US has a long and enduring strategic interest with Iraq and will partner with the Iraqis who want to establish a stable and strong democratic country”, said Amb. Tueller.

The policies and commitments of the US, Europeans & international coalition to stability in Iraq are debated.

Key issues & challenges facing Iraq and the KRI were discussed with President Nechirvan Barzani, including the recent elections & the KRI’s international relations.

Iran and Turkey are important regional actors in the ME. Their strategies in Iraq and the region are discussed.

Debating policies & long-term strategies of the US, Russia and France in Iraq’s neighbourhood.

A policy debate with the KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, covering: the KRG government reform, freedom of expression, security & budgetary issues.

This policy report Identifies key weaknesses in the governing system, highlights the political barriers for progress; and offers policy recommendations to stakeholders.

A summary report of a policy debate held at MERI, attended by a selection of policy makers, politicians and academics. Policy recommendations are presented to stakeholders.