The Role of Non-State Actors in Iraq’s Foreign Policy

November 26th, 2025 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen

This policy brief explores Iraq’s multifaceted response to the regional upheaval & examines the role and agency of non-state actors

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Mediating Governance in Sinjar

October 1st, 2025 by Khogir Wirya

MERI developed & piloted the Sinjar Stakeholder Platform to depoliticize public services in the district

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Identities & Livelihoods of Syrian Refugees

April 22nd, 2025 by Khogir Wirya

The experience of Syrian refugees living in Erbil 10 years after their initial arrival, was examined in this research.

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Traditional authority alone cannot resist violent extremism unless backed by strong, inclusive institutions and community trust.

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Levant & Iraq Forum: Amman Conference Proceedings

July 27th, 2025 by Dlawer Ala’Aldeen

A consortium of regional and European think tank leaders met to address the regional challenges including fragmentation, conflict, and underdevelopment

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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.

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The role of the Church-led local reconstruction committees in sustainable community rehabilitation in the Nineveh Plains is examined & policy recommendations are offered.

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This field study underlines that building resilience against VE is a long-term process, requires building intra- & inter-community trust, & trust between people & the authorities.

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Sectarianisation of Iraq’s governance has already become a powerful driver of conflict. Left unaddressed, it can become irreversible. Here, ambassadorial appointments are used to underline the issues and offer ways forward.

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This brief examines the socio-political & socio-economic circumstances of the Iraqi Roma & urge the Federal & KR Governments to prioritise addressing the marginalization of the Roma.

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