Peregraf
Senior delegations from the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) and the Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) met today to finalize a joint vision for the next phase of governance in the Kurdistan Region. According to an official statement, both sides have reached the final draft of their shared framework, which will serve as the foundation for forming the new Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) and other key institutions to improve public services.
On March 16, 2025, KRG Prime Minister Masrour Barzani and PUK leader Bafel Talabani held what was described as a “very good meeting” in Pirmam, emphasizing a “good understanding and progress” in efforts to form the next KRG cabinet. The meeting follows months of negotiations aimed at bridging political differences and ensuring a stable governance structure.
A joint committee has been working on an effective governance framework to guide the next government. Once finalized, the proposed strategy will be submitted to the High Negotiating Committee for approval, paving the way for the cabinet’s formation.
Negotiations between the KDP and PUK have been ongoing since the Kurdistan Parliament’s inaugural session on December 2, 2024. The KDP, which secured 39 seats in the most recent parliamentary elections, remains the largest party, while the PUK holds 23 seats. Minority groups and smaller parties collectively hold 38 seats, making coalition-building essential to reaching the 51-seat majority required to form a government.
The KDP retains its political stronghold in Erbil and Duhok, while the PUK wields significant influence in Sulaymaniyah and Halabja. Their cooperation has historically been crucial in maintaining political stability in the Kurdistan Region.
As leadership delegations continue negotiations, the outcome of these discussions will play a decisive role in shaping the political and administrative future of the Kurdistan Region.