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Political disunity clouds KRG fiscal and energy outlooks

Deadlocked talks over forming a new regional Cabinet highlight a bitter rivalry between two ruling parties that poses risks to Kurdistan's economy and energy sector.
PUK President Bafel Talabni (left) meets with KDP President Massoud Barzani (right) on Sept. 27, 2025. (Photo credit: KDP presidency office)

Oil Minister job a target of top MP

Kurdish parliamentarian and chair of the oil and gas committee said this week will see effort at Shahristani vote of no confidence, no oil law vote.

Minister questioning moved up to Nov. 10

Oil Minister Hussain al-Shahristani requested the questioning be moved to Nov. 10 instead of Nov. 11, to avoid a conflict with his planned trip to Mecca.

Minister questioning postponed

Election and massive violence take up Parliament’s agenda, delaying expected heated query of oil minister’s decisions.

Oil troubles won’t last forever

Top advisor to Maliki and former oil minister is confident disputes over governing the oil sector will be overcome after elections.