The Kurdistan Parliament votes on the drug laws and Turkmen occasions

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Kurdistan Parliament is concerned about the 2020 budget

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A delegation from the Kurdistan Regional Government concluded this afternoon a meeting at the parliament building in the region where they discussed the situation in the disputed areas, the export of oil and the region's share in the federal budget, and the salaries of employees.

The head of the Turkmen List, Hemdad Sabah, told reporters that the aim of the meeting was to clarify the differences and outstanding issues between the regional government and the federal government with regard to the budget and oil and article 140 of the Constitution.

He added that the biggest problem facing the two sides is the issue of the delivery of 250 thousand barrels per day of oil exports to the region to Baghdad, adding that the parliament of the Kurdistan region is seeking to be transparent in this aspect.

Sabah said that the parliament does not oppose the delivery of those quantities of Kurdistan's oil exports to Baghdad, but said that the region has an experience in 2015 where he delivered his oil exports to the fullest, but he was not delivered his full share of the budget of 17%.

He pointed out that the Kurdistan region wishes to express the sincerity of his intention and as is well known, the KRG immediately after its formation sent a delegation to Baghdad to discuss oil and budget and address the issue of Article 140 of the Constitution and

went on saying, "We are seeking to resolve those issues because Iraq is all of Iraq and do not want to be There are problems about oil and the budget. "

On the salaries of employees and workers in government departments and institutions in the region, Sabah said that there are about 3-4 salaries saved and not paid to employees, stressing that the Kurdistan region adds from its financial revenues to what Baghdad sends in order to pay the salaries of employees.

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Kurdistan Parliament held a meeting next Tuesday

 

 

 2019/09/15 05:31:44

 

The Presidency of the Kurdistan Parliament, on Sunday, called on all deputies to come to the parliament room on Tuesday, to hold a session.

An invitation signed by the Speaker of the Kurdistan Parliament, Rawaz Fayek, said that "all deputies were invited to the regular session No. (1) for the first year of the fifth electoral session of the Kurdistan Parliament at 11 am on Tuesday, 17/9/2019 to attend in the parliament room."

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Tomorrow .. The first reading of 7 laws in the first sessions of the Parliament of Kurdistan

Political | 12:25 - 16/09/2019

 

 

 

 

BAGHDAD -
The parliament of Kurdistan, on Tuesday, the first regular session of the new legislative chapter to discuss a number of draft laws.
The Presidency of the Kurdistan Parliament said in a statement to meet (Mawazine News) a copy, that "the meeting tomorrow, Tuesday will see a report on the participation of a delegation of the Kurdistan Parliament in the Asian Parliaments Conference and the mechanism to regulate relations between the standing committees in the Kurdistan Parliament and the House of Representatives."
The statement added: "The session will also see the first reading of the proposal of the first amendment to the rules of procedure of the Kurdistan Parliament, and the proposed law to activate and amend the law to prevent the smuggling of oil and its derivatives, in addition to the proposed law to activate the law to protect Iraqi federal products."
He continued, "The session includes the completion of the first reading of the proposal to activate and amend the law to control the smuggled funds and prohibited circulation in local markets No. (18) for the year 2008. Also proposed a law to activate and amend the law of import and sale of petroleum products No. (9) for the year 2006. Vegetable markets, "Mirdif" as well as the proposed law to activate the law of electronic signature and electronic transactions federal No. (78) for the year 2012. "

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Kurdistan Parliament holds a meeting this week

 

 

 2019/09/23 07:19:13

 

The presidency of the Kurdistan Parliament decided to hold a regular session on Wednesday.

The Presidency called in the statement of all members of Parliament to attend the regular session No. 2 for the first legislative year of the fifth session, which will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, 25 - 9 - 2019.

The Presidency did not publish the agenda of the session.

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Separation referendum in the region's parliament tomorrow

Release date:: 9/29/2019 11:51 • 547 times read

(Baghdad: Euphrates News) The Presidency of the Kurdistan Parliament, announced the work program of the second regular session, for tomorrow Wednesday.

"The program of work of the second regular session of the autumn legislative term for the first year of the fifth parliamentary session, which will be held at 11:00 am on Wednesday, will be as follows:
First: Address by the President of the Kurdistan Parliament on the occasion of the second anniversary of the Kurdistan independence campaign {referendum to secede from Iraq] , which was conducted in 09/25/2017 in the Kurdistan region and Kirkuk.
second , make a second reading of the first amendment to the rules of procedure of the Parliament of Kurdistan , according to the provisions of articles {87.88, 89.125} of the rules of procedure of the Parliament Krdstan.anthy

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1 hour ago, yota691 said:

Address by the President of the Kurdistan Parliament on the occasion of the second anniversary of the Kurdistan independence campaign {referendum to secede from Iraq] , which was conducted in 09/25/2017 in the Kurdistan region and Kirkuk.

 

Does this mean a vote for another holiday is coming?  

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Good morning Yota,DV

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Kurdistan Parliament Delegation to Visit Baghdad This Week

 

Basnews English 24/09/2019 - 14:39 Published in Kurdistan

http://www.basnews.com/index.php/en/news/kurdistan/548713

 

 

ERBIL — A delegation from the Kurdistan Region Parliament is set to visit Baghdad on Wednesday where they are planning to discuss a range of issues pertaining to the remaining disputes between the regional and federal governments.

According to MP Mohammed Sadaddin, on Thursday the Kurdish MPs will meet with lawmakers at the Iraqi parliament to mainly discuss the 2020’s budget bill, the disputed areas, and the differences between Erbil and Baghdad in the case of oil and gas.

The delegation will be led by Deputy Speaker Hemin Hawrami, MP Sadaddin said. It will include head of committees for finance and economy, natural resources, and disputed areas.

Since the formation of the new cabinet of the Kurdistan Regional Government, there has been progress in the relations between Erbil and Baghdad. Top Kurdish officials said they have received “positive signs” from the federal government in the direction of resolving their disputes in accordance with the Iraqi Constitution.

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Kurdistan Parliament holds its third session to vote on the amendment of the rules of procedure

 

 

 2019/09/28 06:37:22

 

The Presidential Commission of the Parliament of Kurdistan, on Saturday, the date of the third regular session, which is scheduled to be held on Sunday.

The Presidency of the Kurdistan Parliament said in a statement that according to the provisions of paragraphs (1 and 2) of Article (16) and paragraph (3) of Article (18) and paragraphs (1, 2, 3, 4 and 5) of Article Twenty and Articles (47), 48, 52, 54, 55, 56, 57) of the Bylaws of the Kurdistan Parliament, the Presidency of the Parliament decided that the program of work of the third ordinary session of the autumn legislative term for the first year of the fifth parliamentary session, which will be held at 11 am on Sunday As follows:

Voting on the First Amendment of the Kurdistan Parliament's Bylaws in accordance with the provisions of Articles 90, 91, 93, 96, 97 and 125 of the Kurdistan Parliament's Bylaws.

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Barzani reviews his views of the Democratic bloc about the dialogues and relations between Erbil and Baghdad

 

 

 2019/09/28 08:34:55

 

The leader of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP), Massoud Barzani, met in Salah al-Din on Saturday with members of the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) bloc at the fourth session of the Kurdistan parliament.

Barzani said in a statement today, "The Kurdistan Democratic Party bloc in the previous session of the Kurdistan Parliament, and under difficult and sensitive political circumstances, carried out its tasks and duties in an excellent manner."

Barzani and "in the meeting highlighted the political process in Kurdistan, and the aspirations of the Kurdistan Democratic Party in order to move towards a strong Kurdistan."

In another focus of the meeting, President Barzani, to the attendees, his views on the dialogues and relations between Erbil and Baghdad, according to the statement.

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Kurdistan Regional Government sends two requests to Baghdad on (Somo)

Release date:: 2019/30 13:56 • 279 times read

Informed sources revealed that the Kurdistan Regional Government sent two formal requests to the federal government regarding the National Oil Marketing Company (SOMO).

The sources said in a press statement, "The Kurdistan Regional Government and through an official letter asked Baghdad to put a representative of the regional government in the oil marketing company (SOMO)."
According to the information, "the Kurdistan region also requested the transfer of reports prepared by (SOMO) on the level of oil production between Baghdad and the region of the Ministry of Oil to the Federal Council of Ministers, where there is a representative of the Kurdistan region in the Council of Ministers and that the armed forces have no authority over the reports."
The sources confirmed that "the Kurdistan region addressed the requests by an official letter to Baghdad and waiting for the response of the Federal Prime Minister."

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The Kurdistan Regional Government sent a request to Baghdad to put the regional representative in the company SOMO

Baghdad / Obelisk: Informed sources revealed that the Kurdistan Regional Government has sent two formal requests to the federal government regarding the National Oil Marketing Company SOMO.

The sources said in a press statement, "The Kurdistan Regional Government and through an official letter asked Baghdad to put a representative of the regional government in the oil marketing company SOMO."

According to the information, "the Kurdistan region also requested the transfer of reports prepared by SOMO on the level of oil production between Baghdad and the region of the Ministry of Oil to the Federal Council of Ministers, where there is a representative of the Kurdistan region in the Council of Ministers and that the armed forces have no authority over the reports."

The sources confirmed that "the Kurdistan region addressed the requests by an official letter to Baghdad and waiting for the response of the Federal Prime Minister."

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Summary of committees' recent meetings – 30 September 2019

https://www.parliament.krd/english/parliament-activities/latest-news/posts/2019/september/summary-of-committees-recent-meetings-30-september-2019/

 

Summary of Kurdistan Parliament committees’ recent meetings and activities:

Agriculture and Irrigation Committee

29 September – The chair and MPs of the committee in Parliament welcomed the Minister of Agriculture and Water Resources Begard Talabani and her staff. They discussed reorganizing the fruit markets in Kurdistan, and marketing Kurdistan farmers’ products.

Minister Talabani suggested relevant draft legislation to support the sector. She said that the ministry plans to unify fruit marketing systems in all of Kurdistan Region. The committee members pledged to follow up on the issues raised in the meeting.

The meeting also discussed villages next to airports, where villagers’ land has been used for airport construction. The parliament committee and the minister decided to direct the request to return the villagers’ lands to Parliament’s presidency. The committee documented the ministry’s requests and suggestions.

Legislative Committee

26 September - The committee led by the chair Mr. Bizhar Kocher (KDP) held their regular weekly meeting. They discussed all of the comments and recommendations made by MPs during the second reading of proposed amendments to Parliament’s Internal Rules of Procedure, on 25 September. They drew up a report on the amendments which they submitted to Parliament’ Presidency, ahead of the vote by MPs.

Committee on Finance and Economic Affairs with Committee on Energy, Natural Resources, Commerce and Industry

26 September – During a visit to Baghdad, the two committees led by Mr. Balen Ismaeel (Gorran), chair of the energy committee, and Mr. Hevidar Ahmad (KDP), deputy chair of the finance committee, met with the Petroleum and Energy committee of the Iraqi Council of Representatives (ICOR).

They discussed ensuring that Kurdistan Region’s share is provided in the Iraq 2020 budget. They also briefed the ICOR Petroleum and Energy committee on the new Kurdistan Region Government cabinet’s strategies. They said that the KRG is working to develop strong relations with the Iraqi Federal Government on the basis of mutual understanding, dialogue, and the Iraqi Constitution.

The ICOR Petroleum and Energy committee accepted the Kurdistan Parliament committees’ invitation to visit Kurdistan to increase their cooperation, and said that they hope to visit as soon as possible.

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Kurdistan Parliament: We will enact important laws and urge Erbil to fulfill its obligations to Baghdad

Political | 11:28 - 01/10/2019

 

 

 

 

BAGHDAD - The
speaker of the Kurdistan Parliament, Ruwwaz Faeq, on Tuesday, the parliament is working to legislate several important laws during the current legislative chapter.
Faeq said, "There are many important bills before the competent committees in the Kurdistan Parliament and we will work on legislation during the current legislative chapter."
She added: "The Kurdistan Parliament is working to legislate a law on the sale and import of fuel and prevent oil smuggling in the region."
She continued: "The Kurdistan Parliament is working by supporting the negotiating delegation to stabilize the share of the Kurdistan region in the federal budget for 2020."
She stressed the need to "focus the Parliament of Kurdistan to urge the government of the region to implement its commitment to the federal budget, and ratify the draft laws associated with the program of work of the regional government."

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Baghdad tells Iraqi Kurds: Share oil or lose federal funding

 

 

 October 1, 2019

 

ARTICLE SUMMARY

Baghdad warns the Iraqi Kurdistan region that its federal funding will be cut in the new fiscal year if Erbil fails to share its oil with the State Organization for Marketing of Oil.

 

 REUTERS/Azad Lashkari

A flame rises from a chimney at Taq Taq oil field in Erbil, in Iraq's Kurdistan region, Aug. 16, 2014.

 

SULAIMANIYAH, Iraq — Iraqi President Barham Salih met separately Sept. 18 with four Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) leaders — President Nechirvan Barzani, Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, parliament Speaker Rewaz Fayaq and Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani in Erbil, the KRG capital. 

The purpose of Salih’s visit was to warn the KRG about the region’s share in Iraq’s federal budget for 2020, scheduled to be passed by the national parliament by the end of the year. A well-informed source close to the ruing elites in both Baghdad and Erbil told Al-Monitor on condition of anonymity that the Iraqi president — who is Kurdish — cautioned the Kurdish leadership that the federal government in Baghdad will cut the Kurdistan region's share of budget, including salaries of the KRG employees, if Erbil fails to hand over a portion of its oil to the State Organization for Marketing of Oil. The organization is responsible for selling Iraq's oil.

Under the Iraqi budget law for 2019, the KRG agreed to send 250,000 barrels of oil per day to the state oil organization. Although Baghdad continues delivering funds to Erbil as per the 2019 budget law, the KRG has told Baghdad that it cannot hand over its share of oil, claiming it has obligations to pay back debts to international oil companies working in producing and importing the region’s oil. Because the KRG’s oil sector is not transparent, there is no official data available on the KRG’s local and foreign debts. However, some 2018 estimates indicated the loans were about $20 billion.

The head of the national parliament’s finance committee, Haitham al-Jubouri, said Sept. 23 that the Iraqi government has yet to send the draft budget bill to parliament. He said the committee will return the bill to the government if it includes large deficits.

 

 

Iraq is the second largest producer in the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and home to 12% of the world's proven oil reserves; 95% of Iraq's revenues come from oil production. 

Jubouri said the country’s debt gas reached $125 billion. In part as a result, Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi is under increasing pressure from Iraqi opposition parties to require the KRG to either respect its financial obligations to Baghdad or see a drop in the KRG share of Iraq’s budget.

The source said the KRG asked Iran to appeal to Abdul Mahdi to continue sending funds to the Kurdistan region in 2020 and cover the KRG’s inability to submit the 250,000 barrels of oil per day, but that Tehran refused the request.

KRG spokesman Jutyar Adil told Al-Monitor, “The KRG has showed goodwill for reaching an agreement with Baghdad based on the Iraqi Constitution. For this purpose, we formed several technical committees.” Adil added, “There are some details that should be settled between both sides; the KRG believes that the issues can be resolved permanently.”

Asked whether the KRG could handle its financial issues if Baghdad cut all federal funds to Erbil, the spokesman said the KRG will respond to this if and when the funds are cut off.

Jamal Kochar, a Kurdish member of the national parliament's finance committee, told Al-Monitor, “The budget bill is a political debate. I do not believe the Kurdistan region’s share will not go below 12.67%, since data from the Iraqi ministries of planning and trade indicate the Kurdish population to be 13.9% of Iraq’s population.”

“I do not think Baghdad will cut salaries of KRG employees because such an action would support the Kurdistan region’s bid toward independence and economic independence from Baghdad; this is not the Iraqi state’s policy and the global coalition against the Islamic State would not tolerate that, ” he added.

He indicated that the Iraqi parliament will not be able to easily pass the budget bill with a reduction in the KRG’s share. He said that if the Kurdistan region’s share of the federal budget is reduced, Kurdish lawmakers will vote against the bill.

Mohammed Rauf, a professor of economics at Sulaimani University, told Al-Monitor that according to Iraq’s Constitution, the Kurdistan region’s share of federal budget cannot be cut, provided that the KRGs abide by the budget bill that is yet to be passed.

He said that the KRG did not abide by its obligations regarding the budget law for 2019, and that the Iraqi central government partially implemented its responsibilities toward the Kurds.

“If KRG does not start submitting 25,000 barrels of oil per day to Iraq in the coming months, then mutual trust between Baghdad and Erbil would vanish,” Rauf said, “Consequently, that might cause Abdul Mahdi’s government to stop sending any cash to Kurds, even if the Iraqi parliament passes the budget bill similar to this year’s formula. Still, Abdul Mahdi might continue sending the cash to Kurds.”

The economist emphasized that the KRG lacks a strong will to combat corruption, which, he said, is the culprit behind all of the Kurdistan region’s debts and financial woes. 

Read more: https://www.al-monitor.com/pulse/originals/2019/09/iraq-baghdad-erbil-budget-oil-somo.html#ixzz616tGcbSj

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Kurdistan government and parliament discuss reform of salaries, allowances and retirement

 

 

 2019/10/07 07:07:34

 

Under the supervision of the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Council Masroor Barzani and the presence of his deputy Qubad Talabani, the Joint Committee of the Parliament and the Kurdistan Regional Government, on Monday, a meeting to study the draft reform on the files of salaries, allowances, retirement and other privileges.
The meeting discussed the reform project, and it was stressed the importance of preparing it and sending it to the Kurdistan Parliament for approval after studying all its details.
The Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government to the importance of the project, and said: "The reform is an important axis in the work program of the ninth formation of the government, and our strong determination to implement it in cooperation with the Parliament of Kurdistan."
Stressing the need for reform to take into account the principle of justice and to be a step to consolidate the institutional work in the Kurdistan Region, the Prime Minister stressed the importance of reforms in the public interest and the general public.
This was in the meeting, it was agreed to continue to hold similar meetings until the final draft of the draft and sent to the Kurdistan Parliament with emphasis on the importance of taking into account the rights of those who receive salaries from the government in accordance with the instructions and laws.

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PM Barzani reviews Kurdistan reform draft bill with parliament, gov't officials

Kurdistan 24 |

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https://www.kurdistan24.net/en/news/79ad777c-0744-4549-8711-ad0b10832948

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Prime Minister of the autonomous Kurdistan Region Masrour Barzani (center right) meets with senior government officials and parliamentary factions to discuss reform, Oct. 7, 2019. (Photo: KRG)

 

 

ERBIL (Kurdistan 24) - Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region Masrour Barzani reviewed new draft legislation on Monday with a group of senior government officials and parliamentary factions known as the Committee of Coordination between the Government and Parliament.

During the meeting, Barzani stressed that the new Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) cabinet is firmly committed to meaningful reform in how the region approaches the economy, a key focus of the administration's agenda.

Prime Minister of the autonomous Kurdistan Region Masrour Barzani meets with senior government officials and parliamentary factions to discuss reform, Oct. 7, 2019. (Photo: KRG)

He emphasized that it is “one of the many steps to bring fairness and efficiency to public salaries, allowances, and pensions in line with the government agenda,” Barzani posted on his official Twitter account.

The senior Kurdish official also highlighted the ongoing cooperation and coordination between the administration and Kurdistan Region's parliament to ensure a sustainable process of reform in the region, according to the KRG's press office.

Barzani reaffirmed that reforms should be grounded in the best interest of the people of the Kurdistan Region. 

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PM Barzani Meets with Parliament, KRG Officials, Discuss Reform Bill

 

 BasNews   07/10/2019 - 23:39  Published inKurdistan

 

http://www.basnews.com/index.php/en/news/kurdistan/551838

ERBIL - Prime Minister Masrour Barzani met with senior officials from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and the autonomous region's parliament to review a draft bill of reforms.

During the meeting, parliamentary officials, known as the Committee of Coordination between the KRG and Parliament, were also present, with Barzani stressing on the importance of implementing reforms.

"Met senior cabinet officials and parliamentary factions today to review draft reform legislation. This is one of many steps to bring fairness and efficiency to public salaries, allowances and pensions in line with the government’s agenda," Barzani said in a statement on his Twitter account.

The Kurdish premier further noted that reforms should serve the interests of the people of the Kurdistan Region.

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Today .. Kurdistan Council of Ministers discuss the demonstrations of Iraq and the operation east of the Euphrates

Political | 09:12 - 09/10/2019

 

 

 

 

Baghdad - Mawazine News
The Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan Regional Government, on Wednesday, a meeting to discuss several files, the most important demonstrations of Iraq and the operation east of the Euphrates.
A government source said, "Mawazine News", "It is scheduled to hold the Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan Regional Government meeting today, to discuss several issues."
The source added that "according to the agenda of the meeting, the focus of it will be the latest developments in the region, including the issue of demonstrations in Baghdad and the position and readiness of the Kurdistan Regional Government on the imminent Turkish attack on western Kurdistan and the mechanism to deal with these developments that may occur."
He pointed out, "The other axis according to the agenda of the meeting, will be special to continue to discuss the focus of the previous meeting of the Council of Ministers on ensuring workers' dues."

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The KRG is supporting Abdul Mahdi in tackling the problems

Release date:: 2019/10/16 16:32 • 111 times read

https://alforatnews.com/modules/news/article.php?storyid=214412

 

(Baghdad: Euphrates News) The Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan Region, on Wednesday, its regular session chaired by Masrour Barzani and the presence of his deputy Qubad Talabani.

According to the statement of the Kurdistan government, which received (Euphrates News) a copy, it "was at the meeting highlighted the latest developments on the Iraqi and Syrian arenas, and in this regard the Prime Minister said:" While we stand by the legal and just demands of protesters who are demonstrating Peaceful and civil, we express our support to Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi in addressing all problems. "
The statement added that "during the meeting was touched on the important visit by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to the Kurdistan region accompanied by a high delegation of diplomats and Russian investors."
In light of the situation in Syria, Barzani pointed out that "the escalation of the situation in northeastern Syria has negative consequences not only at the border of Syria, but will push thousands of people to displacement, while many will go to the Kurdistan region."
He also urged "to address the crisis through peaceful means and dialogue, and said:" The resort to unilateral military measures is not in the interest of the citizens of the region. "
The Minister of Interior in the Kurdistan Regional Government, Ribir Ahmed, "presented a detailed report on the precautionary preparations for any possible displacement of Syrians who are seeking refuge in the Kurdistan region. The Council of Ministers called on the international community and the United Nations to assume their responsibilities and provide assistance in the event of another wave of Syrians to the Kurdistan region."
At the end of the meeting, the Cabinet discussed "a report submitted by the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Kostan Muhammad, on a number of social security issues for workers and pensioners." is over

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The KRG comments on the demonstrations and confirms its support for Abdul-Mahdi

Political 04:33 - 09/10/2019

 

https://www.mawazin.net/Details.aspx?jimare=67797

 

 

Baghdad - Mawazine News
The Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan region, on Wednesday, on the demonstrations witnessed in the capital Baghdad and the provinces of the south, while the President of the Council, Masroor Barzani, support for the President of the Federal Government, Adel Abdul Mahdi.
The Information Office of the Government of Kurdistan, in a statement received / Mawazine News / copy, that "the Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan Region, held its regular session under the chairmanship of Masroor Barzani and the presence of his deputy Qubad Talabani," pointing out that "the meeting highlighted the latest developments on the Iraqi and Syrian arenas." .
"While we stand by the legal and just demands of protesters who are demonstrating peacefully and civilly, we express our support for Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul Mahdi in addressing all problems," Barzani said.
The meeting dealt with "the important visit of Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to the Kurdistan region accompanied by a high delegation of Russian diplomats and investors."
In light of the situation in Syria, Barzani pointed out that "the escalation of the situation in northeastern Syria has negative consequences not only at the borders of Syria, but will push thousands of people to displacement, while many will go to the Kurdistan region."
He urged "to address the crisis through peaceful means and dialogue," and stressed that "resorting to unilateral military measures is not in the interest of the citizens of the region."
For his part, the Minister of Interior in the Kurdistan Regional Government, Reaper Ahmed, "a detailed report on the precautionary preparations in anticipation of any possible displacement of Syrians who seek refuge in the Kurdistan region."
The Council of Ministers called on the international community and the United Nations to "assume their responsibilities and provide assistance in the event of another wave of Syrians to the Kurdistan region."
The Council discussed, "A report submitted by the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Kostan Muhammad, on a number of social security issues for workers and pensioners."

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2019/10/09 18:55

 

Regional Government: We stand with the demands of the protesters and support the government of Mahdi to resolve them

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Baghdad / Obelisk: The Council of Ministers of the Kurdistan region, on Wednesday, its regular session chaired by Masrour Barzani and the presence of his deputy Qubad Talabani.

According to a statement received by the "obelisk" that "at the meeting was highlighted the latest developments on the Iraqi and Syrian arenas, and in this regard the Prime Minister said:" While we stand by the legal and just demands of protesters who demonstrate peacefully and civilly, we cross We support Iraqi Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi in dealing with all the problems. "

The statement added that "during the meeting was touched on the important visit by Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov to the Kurdistan region accompanied by a high delegation of diplomats and Russian investors."

In light of the situation in Syria, Barzani pointed out that "the escalation of the situation in northeastern Syria has negative consequences not only at the border of Syria, but will push thousands of people to displacement, while many will go to the Kurdistan region."

He also urged "to address the crisis through peaceful means and dialogue, and said:" The resort to unilateral military measures is not in the interest of the citizens of the region. "

The Interior Minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government, Reaper Ahmed, presented a "detailed report on the precautionary preparations in anticipation of any possible displacement of Syrians who seek refuge in the Kurdistan Region, and the Council of Ministers called on the international community and the United Nations to assume their responsibilities and provide assistance in the event of another wave of Syrians to the region."

At the end of the meeting, the Cabinet discussed "a report submitted by the Minister of Labor and Social Affairs Kostan Muhammad, on a number of social security issues for workers and pensioners."

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KRG Holds Emergency Meeting to Discuss Ongoing Developments in Iraq and Syria

 

09 Oct 2019

 

Erbil, Kurdistan Region, Iraq (GOV.KRD) – Prime Minister Masrour Barzani today chaired a meeting of the Kurdistan Regional Government to discussing the evolving situation in Syria and threats to Iraq’s stability.

Addressing the recent developments in Syria, Prime Minister Barzani strongly affirmed that any military escalation in the country’s north-east would have severe consequences beyond the Syrian border.

Prime Minister Barzani called on all parties to engage in dialogue to de-escalate the situation and prevent the loss of innocent lives and further displacement of people toward vulnerable areas or the Kurdistan Region, which is still hosting over 1.1 million refugees.

Minister of Interior Reber Ahmed provided a detailed report on the potential humanitarian crisis in north-eastern Syria and the waves of mass displacements the Kurdistan Region could imminently face.

Minister Ahmed warned that the Kurdistan Region alone does not have the short-term capacity to respond to another influx of refugees. He urged the international community to adapt their humanitarian assistance in Iraq and Syria to further support the Kurdistan Region.

With regards to the ongoing protests in Iraq, Prime Minister Barzani expressed his hope that a swift and peaceful resolution can be found.