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Advancing Human Rights in the Kurdistan Region
The Office of the Coordinator for International Advocacy (OCIA) plays a pivotal role in promoting human rights, good governance, and international cooperation in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Operat
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Honoring Godmother of Kurdish Studies
Joyce Blau, an Egyptian-born French linguist renowned for her expertise in Kurdish language and literature – and thus known as the ‘Godmother of Kurdish Studies’ – passed away on October 24 at the a
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Kurdistan-France: A Diplomatic Vision
Last month, Erbil, the capital of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, hosted a special event to celebrate the 100th birthday of Madame Danielle Mitterrand, the late First Lady of France and a true friend
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KRG and UK Team Up to Target Smuggling Gangs
The Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) has joined an agreement with the UK and Iraqi federal government to enhance border security and combat human trafficking, a deal aimed at addressing illegal m
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Optimism About Incoming Trump Administration
As U.S. President-elect Donald Trump prepares his new administration for a return to the White House on January 20, 2025, following his election victory on November 5, 2024, the Kurdistan Regional G
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The Iraqi Census and the Kurdistan Region
The official Iraqi census conducted in November 2024 confirmed that the population of the Kurdistan Region has reached more than 6.37 million, which constitutes 14% of the population of Iraq.
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The Overlooked History of the Kurds
The tapestry of Kurdish history and culture is as intricate as it is ancient, a rich and vibrant narrative that spans millennia yet remains overshadowed in global academia. Despite their profound in
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Kurdistan Election: An Evolving Democracy
Citizens in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq went to the polls on October 20 to cast their votes and elect members of the new regional parliament. This election was considered particularly important for
