With more than 1,000 candidates competing for 100 parliamentary seats in Iraqi Kurdistan, including 368 women, the elections reflect ongoing disenchantment with political leadership and economic challenges.
Activists assert that despite relative stability, the Kurdish region grapples with issues similar to those afflicting Iraq as a whole—corruption, cronyism, and economic difficulties.
The delayed elections highlight ongoing political strife between the KDP and PUK, with the latter controlling the parliament for over thirty years and opposition parties remaining weak.
The outcome of these elections could reveal voter apathy and impact the regional government's influence on the central government, particularly in budget allocation and oil exports.
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