More than three months ago, a tripartite agreement was signed between the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), the Iraqi federal government, and international oil companies (IOCs
Iraq’s fiscal outlook has recently come under renewed scrutiny following statements made by Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ al-Sudani in an interview with the Iraqi News
A stadium is never just concrete, seats, and grass. It is a space of concentration where everything that finds no room in everyday life gathers.
The recent inauguration of the U.S. Consulate General in Erbil represents a significant leap forward in U.S.–Kurdistan relations, with long-term implications for both diplomacy and
Introduction: A Global Shift in Conflict Mediation The global system of mediation is entering a transformative phase. For decades, superpowers like the United States and
Introduction:President Donald Trump’s newly announced trade agreement with China is a significant step in reshaping U.S.-China economic relations. This trade deal spans critical sectors, including
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s (MBS) return to the White House is far more than a diplomatic courtesy—it represents a strategic re-entry into global
Every year, as Iraq approaches the end of its fiscal cycle, the federal government delays sending the Kurdistan Region’s salaries. Officials often blame these delays
The recent Kormor gas field attacks have exposed a harsh reality about the Kurdistan Region’s long-held assumptions regarding international energy companies, regional politics, and security
The BKI’s mission is to increase public awareness of Kurdish issues, protect human, cultural, and political rights throughout Kurdistan, support and develop Kurdistan’s civil society, improve and increase access to Kurdish cultural and educational resources, and advocate for effective solutions to Kurd-related issues. The Saladin Institute works in a variety of ways to achieve its mission. It conducts research on Kurdish issues, publishes reports and articles, organizes conferences and events, and provides educational resources on Kurdish culture and history. The BKI also advocates for Kurdish rights at the UK. government and international levels.
