At the Delphi International Forum in Sulaymaniyah, Iraqi President Abdul Latif Rashid addressed a long-standing issue.
He pledged to resolve the Erbil-Baghdad oil and gas dispute through dialogue and legislation.
Speaking to an audience of policymakers and experts, Rashid said Iraq’s challenges stem from the absence of an oil and gas law.
He confirmed efforts are underway to pass a unified legal framework to govern the energy sector.
“This law,” he stated, “will create a national revenue source for the benefit of all Iraqis, not just one region.”
He described the law as essential to resolving misunderstandings between Erbil and Baghdad.
President Rashid reaffirmed his commitment to building a stable and prosperous Iraq.
“We must strengthen infrastructure, upgrade public services, and reinforce the public sector,” he added.
Throughout his speech, he stressed the importance of cooperation between the Kurdistan Regional Government and the federal government.
He emphasized that legal solutions are the key to overcoming tension and economic fragmentation.
According to Rashid, the Erbil-Baghdad oil and gas dispute continues to hinder national unity and economic growth.
Without a clear framework, mistrust between the two governments has deepened over the years.
Rashid said his top priority is to resolve these disputes using constitutional mechanisms and inclusive dialogue.
He believes consensus can restore confidence between both sides.
Furthermore, he noted that the oil and gas law could unlock new investment opportunities across Iraq.
Such a step would also ensure transparent revenue-sharing and empower local authorities.
Ultimately, President Rashid views the Erbil-Baghdad oil and gas dispute as solvable.
He sees a national legal agreement as the turning point toward lasting peace and equitable development.