A Conversation with Iraq’s Planning and Migration Ministers

June 25, 2021 01:49:38
A Conversation with Iraq’s Planning and Migration Ministers
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A Conversation with Iraq’s Planning and Migration Ministers

Jun 25 2021 | 01:49:38

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Show Notes

On June 24, 2021, Iraq’s Minister of Planning Khalid Najim and Minister of Migration and Displacement Evan Jabro joined USIP to discuss the current situation and challenges to stabilization, reconstruction and reform efforts in Iraq. The discussion also shed light on the status of Iraq’s displaced communities and recent returnees — including ethnic and religious minorities and those at al-Hol camp — as well as the Iraqi government’s plans for the future.

Speakers

Michael Yaffe, opening remarks  Vice President, Middle East and North Africa, U.S. Institute of Peace

Minister Khalid Batal Najm Minister of Planning of the Republic of Iraq

Minister Evan Faeq Jabro Minister of Migration and Displacement of the Republic of Iraq

Sarhang Hamasaeed, moderator Director, Middle East Programs, U.S. Institute of Peace

 

For more information about this event, please visit: https://www.usip.org/events/conversation-iraqs-planning-and-migration-ministers

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