Addressing Political Transition and Institutional Performance

The International Relations and Diplomacy Department, in cooperation with STOP Organization, organized a national workshop entitled “Strengthening Governance in the Kurdistan Region: Power, Institutions, and Political Transition” on Monday, December 22, 2026, at the Pharmacy Building Hall, starting at 10:00 a.m.

The workshop brought together 33 participants, including academic staff and students, and aimed to discuss the challenges of governance, political transition, and institutional performance in the Kurdistan Region.

Distinguished Speakers

Speaker Title/Presentation Key Focus
Mr. Sangar Rasul Researcher in International Relations and Political Economy – “Delayed Government Formation and Its Impact on the Functioning of Government Institutions” How delays in forming governments weaken institutional efficiency, disrupt public services, and reduce public trust in political institutions
Dr. Nawzad Hamawandi University Lecturer – “An Economic Assessment of Cabinet Formation Delays” Economic consequences of prolonged cabinet formation, including budget delays, investment uncertainty, and negative impacts on economic stability and development

Workshop Outcomes

The workshop concluded with several key outcomes:

Outcome Description
Delayed cabinet formation Identified as a major challenge affecting political stability, institutional performance, and economic planning in the Kurdistan Region
Institutional independence and continuity Emphasized as essential to reduce the negative effects of political deadlock
Transparent governance Importance of transparent governance, effective power-sharing mechanisms, and timely political decision-making was highlighted
Engagement between stakeholders Encouraged greater engagement between academia, civil society organizations, and policymakers to support governance reforms
Student learning Students benefited from direct interaction with experts, enhancing their understanding of real-world political and economic challenges

Open Discussion and Conclusion

The workshop ended with an open discussion session, where participants actively shared their perspectives and recommendations. The event successfully contributed to:

  • Raising awareness about governance challenges in the Kurdistan Region

  • Promoting constructive dialogue on political and economic reform

Keywords: Governance Strengthening, Kurdistan Region, Political Transition, Institutional Performance, Delayed Government Formation, Cabinet Formation Delays, Economic Stability, Transparent Governance, Power-Sharing, International Relations and Diplomacy Department, STOP Organization, Mr. Sangar Rasul, Dr. Nawzad Hamawandi, National Workshop, Political Reform, Economic Development, TIU Governance Workshop