PM Barzani Urges Baghdad to Honor Kurdistan’s Constitutional Rights
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PM Barzani Urges Baghdad to Honor Kurdistan’s Constitutional Rights

ERBIL — Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani called on the federal government in Baghdad to respect the constitutional rights of the Kurdish people and fully deliver the Region’s financial entitlements.

The appeal came during PM Barzani’s meeting with Italian Deputy Ambassador to Iraq, Chiara Franchini, on Thursday, where they discussed strengthening bilateral ties, particularly in economy and trade, and addressed regional developments.

“The meeting focused on enhancing bilateral cooperation, particularly in the areas of economy and trade, as well as addressing the broader situation in Iraq and the region,” PM Barzani’s office said in a statement.

“They also highlighted the importance of resolving disputes between the Kurdistan Region and Iraq’s federal government, emphasizing respect for the constitutional rights of the people of Kurdistan.”


Ongoing financial disputes between Erbil and Baghdad have left Kurdistan Region public employees facing salary shortfalls. Despite fulfilling its obligations under the federal budget, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) accuses Baghdad of withholding funds allocated for salaries.

In a Council of Ministers meeting on Wednesday, PM Barzani emphasized the need for Baghdad to adhere to the federal budget law. Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani and the council reviewed the financial challenges of 2024, noting that the KRG has used 960 billion Iraqi dinars from domestic revenue to cover salary deficits.

According to Omed Sabah, Chief of the Office of the Council of Ministers, Baghdad has yet to honor its allocation of 11.576 trillion dinars, forcing the KRG to maintain services and investment projects with limited resources.

Prime Minister Barzani reiterated the importance of resolving disputes through dialogue and mutual respect, ensuring stability for both the Kurdistan Region and Iraq.

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