As Iraq’s new parliament and government come to power, fresh leadership presents Iraq with the opportunity to overcome these obstacles and make progress by developing its economy, increasing security, and strengthening governance and social services.
On March 29, we spoke with Iraq’s new speaker of the Council of Representatives, Mohammed al-Halbousi, about the newly formed parliament’s priorities, the ongoing battle against violent extremism, and his vision for peace and stability.
Speakers: Nancy Lindborg President, U.S. Institute of Peace
His Excellency Mr. Mohammed Al-Halbousi Speaker, Council of Representatives, Republic of Iraq
On November 2, USIP hosted a conversation on the role of women in creating an inclusive and equitable path forward for the peacebuilding field....
On November 16, USIP hosted a conversation with U.N. Special Adviser on the Prevention of Genocide Alice Wairimu Nderitu on the efforts her office...
In part one of our series on People Power, Peace, and Democracy, this event highlighted new research that explores the role of third-party mediation...