What type of government does Kurdistan have?

Parliamentary system
Kurdistan Region/Government

Who controls Iraqi Kurdistan?

Kurdistan Region

Where is the Kurdistan Region?

Kurdistan, Arabic Kurdistān, Persian Kordestān, broadly defined geographic region traditionally inhabited mainly by Kurds. It consists of an extensive plateau and mountain area, spread over large parts of what are now eastern Turkey, northern Iraq, and western Iran and smaller parts of northern Syria and Armenia.

Is the Kurdistan region of Iraq Safe?

Iraqi Kurdistan is by far the safest region in Iraq, but there is still high risk of terrorist activity in certain areas. The contested city of Kirkuk is not safe for travel, and neither are the disputed areas outside Iraqi Kurdistan’s official borders.

Who is the Foreign Minister of the Kurdistan Region?

DFR is headed by Foreign Minister Falah Mustafa Bakir from 2006. The KRG Department of Foreign Relations is mandated to promote the interests of the Kurdistan Region and its people in regard to relations with the international community and in accordance with the Region’s legislation and the Constitution of Iraq .

What kind of government does the Kurdistan Region have?

This government marks a new era for the Kurdistan region and that means renewing our relationship with our partners in the government of the Federal Republic of Iraq. This website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience.

Who are the international bodies that have offices in Kurdistan?

Multinational bodies, including the EU, UN, ICRC, JIA and the KOICA also have offices in Kurdistan. The KRG’s presence abroad has grown significantly since 2007.

Which is the official flag of the Kurdistan Region?

The region uses the Iraqi flag in official ceremonies alongside the Flag of Kurdistan despite reluctance.