Peregraf
A high-level delegation from the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) is set to meet in Sulaymaniyah tomorrow to finalize discussions on a governance strategy, a senior PUK source told Peregraf.
The meeting will focus on reviewing the draft management strategy prepared by the joint committee of both parties. While the committee has reached consensus on most points, outstanding disagreements will be referred to the High Negotiating Committee for resolution.
Key Steps Toward Government Formation
The joint committee, tasked with designing a governance and management framework, has been working to bridge political differences and create a functional administration. Once finalized, the strategy will be submitted to the High Negotiating Committee for approval, paving the way for the formation of the new Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) cabinet.
The KDP and PUK, the two dominant parties in the Kurdistan Region, have been engaged in negotiations to break the political deadlock that has stalled government formation since the Kurdistan Parliament’s first session on December 2.
In the most recent elections, the KDP secured 39 seats, making it the largest party, while the PUK won 23 seats. Minority representatives and smaller parties collectively hold 38 seats. With 51 seats required for a majority, coalition-building remains crucial to establishing a stable government.
The KDP maintains dominance in Erbil and Duhok, while the PUK holds significant influence in Sulaymaniyah and Halabja. Cooperation between the two parties has historically played a vital role in ensuring political stability in the Kurdistan Region.
As the leadership delegations prepare for further negotiations, the outcome of their discussions will be instrumental in shaping the political and administrative future of the Kurdistan Region.