Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department, was invited by the Rudaw Research Centre to participate in a seminar titled “The British Election and Democracy Experience.” The seminar featured Mr. Cllr Mohammad Bakhtiar, Council Member for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, as the keynote speaker. Held on October 1st, 2024, the event brought together a distinguished group of politicians, academics, and journalists, fostering insightful discussions on the dynamics of British democracy and its broader implications for global governance.
A Call to Study the British Model
In a brief but impactful comment, Dr. Mohammad Salih advocated for learning from the British parliamentary and political experience since 1997. He emphasized that both the government, the opposition, and the academic community in the Kurdistan Region could benefit greatly from a detailed study of this model.
Dr. Salih also expressed his sincere gratitude to the Rudaw Research Centre for the invitation and thanked the speaker, Mr. Cllr Mohammad Bakhtiar, for sharing his valuable insights. The event underscored the importance of international academic exchange and its role in informing political and social development.
Keywords: Rudaw Research Centre, Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, International Relations, Democracy, British Elections, Academic Seminar, Tishk International University, Political Science
