The Kurdistan Region will provide around 2,000 megawatts of electricity to help meet growing demand. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani’s electricity advisor, Adel Karim, confirmed the plan.
Karim explained that between 1,600 and 1,700 megawatts will be sent to Iraqi provinces. He stressed that high power consumption remains one of the biggest challenges for the country.
He also noted that Iraq will need another three years to fully solve its electricity shortage. A lack of sufficient gas forces the country to depend on imports from Iran and Azerbaijan.
The announcement comes during a period of significant strain on the power grid. Iraq faced a nationwide blackout. The Ministry of Electricity has not yet provided details on what caused the outage.
Karim said the new supply from the Kurdistan Region will help reduce pressure on the national grid. However, he emphasized that cutting wasteful usage is essential for lasting improvements.
This move highlights ongoing cooperation between the Kurdistan Region and federal authorities in tackling the electricity crisis. It also reflects the urgency of finding solutions ahead of the high-demand summer months.