Debate on Greater Autonomy reignites in Iraqi's Oil-Rich South
From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News .
Debate on greater autonomy reignites in Iraqi's oil-rich south
Following the Iraqi parliament's elevation of Sulaimaniyah's Halabja district to full governorate status in April, the country is now witnessing an unprecedented wave of similar calls for increased local autonomy.
This marks a significant shift in Iraq's administrative landscape, and reflects deep-seated tensions over resource distribution, political representation and local governance.
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From Amwaj Media. Any opinions expressed are those of the author(s), and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News . Debate on greater autonomy reignites in Iraqi's oil-rich south Following the Iraqi parliament's elevation of Sulaimaniyah's Halabja district to full governorate status in April, the country is now witnessing an unprecedented wave of similar calls for increased local autonomy. This marks a significant shift in Iraq's administrative landscape, and reflects deep-seated tensions over resource distribution, political representation and local governance. The full article can be viewed here.
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