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Two days of impactful discussions at the Delphi Forum Slemani have come to a close! We are incredibly proud that, for the second time, Slemani has hosted this global forum. From exploring “The New Global (Dis)Order” and regional security to energy transitions, gender equality, and urban innovation, we collectively highlighted the future of Iraq and the Kurdistan Region. Thank you to all our esteemed speakers and attendees for making this a success. #delphiforumselmani #delphiforum #slemani

Key discussions from the Delphi Forum Slemani, successfully held. #delphiforumslemani

Evaluating Turkey's Peace Process and the Future of Iraqi-Kurdistan Stability This panel at the Delphi Forum Slemani brought together policymakers, security experts, and stakeholders to analyze the geopolitical implications of the peace process and its impact on regional stability. Speakers: Serhan Afacan, Kadir Temiz, Reyhan Aktar, Reha Ruhavioğlu. Chair: Kübra Sağır. #delphiforumslemani

The Architecture of Innovation: Urban Stability, Governance, and the Rise of the Resilient City This panel at the Delphi Forum Slemani explored the intersection of municipal stability and state modernization, focusing on how local governance and social cohesion foster an environment for innovation and enterprise growth. Speakers: Layla Omer, Shnyar Anwar Hassan, Amanj Faiq, Shubh Soni, Nicos Theodoropoulos, Dr. Dylan Kurda. Chair: Dr. Didar Abdulkarim Rahim. #delphiforumslemani

Panel: Gender Equality and Institutional Progress: Lessons and Trajectories from the Region #delphiforumslemani

H.E Qubad Talabani at the Delphi Forum Slemani. #delphiforumslemani

بەشداربووان و شارەزایان لە کۆڕبەندی نێودەوڵەتی دێڵفی لە سلێمانی؛ گفتوگۆ بۆ داهاتوویەکی بەهێزتر. Leaders and experts at the Delphi Forum Slemani, discussing a stronger future. #delphiforumslemani

The Delphi Forum Slemani is a nexus of ideas and a catalyst for change #delphiforumslemani

Iraq and Kurdistan Between Great Powers: Stability in a Fragmented Region This panel, hosted at the Delphi Forum Slemani, evaluated Iraq’s role as a vital regional buffer and analyzed the contrasting dynamics of investment versus instability. The discussion focused on how the Kurdistan Region of Iraq can preserve its status as a relative haven of safety amidst regional fragmentation, the economic toll of cross-border spillovers, and the governance mechanisms required to insulate local markets from geopolitical crossfire. Speakers: H.E. Ahmet Davutoglu, Peter Galbraith, H.E. Omar Ali Sheikhmous, François Heisbourg. Chair: Athanasios Katsikidis. #delphiforumslemani⁩

Capturing key moments and engaging dialogues at the Delphi Forum Slemani; a platform bringing together global perspectives and regional insights through our diverse panels and activities. Delphi Forum Slemani #delphiforumslemani

The Gulf as a Strategic Investor: Capital, Influence and Long-Term Positioning This panel, hosted at the Delphi Forum Slemani, examined how Gulf capital plays a decisive role in shaping regional and global economic outcomes. Participants analyzed how GCC investment strategies affect infrastructure, energy, and industry, and explored how financial engagement increasingly intersects with political and strategic considerations. Speakers: Mohamed Amersi, Chairman, The Amersi Foundation, U.K.; Dr. Ali Wajeeh Mahjoob, Founder and CEO, EMAAL. Chair: Dr. Momen Zellmi, Researcher and Analyst, Center for Future Studies (CFS). #delphiforumslemani

In Conversation: George Katrougkalos, UN Independent Expert, with Fanis Papathanasiou, Journalist at ERT This special session at the Delphi Forum Slemani featured an in-depth dialogue on the principles of promoting a democratic and equitable international order. The discussion focused on the international role and the challenges facing rights and justice in today’s world. Speaker: George Katrougkalos, UN Independent Expert on the Promotion of a Democratic and Equitable International Order, Former Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Hellenic Republic (2019). With: Fanis Papathanasiou, Journalist at ERT. #delphiforumslemani

The Future of the Kurdistan Region in the Context of Regional Transformations and Strategies for Navigating Political Deadlock This session at the Delphi Forum Slemani featured a one-on-one discussion that examined the future of the Kurdistan Region amidst regional transformations and strategies for navigating political deadlock. The conversation explored the current challenges facing the region and analyzed potential pathways for overcoming political obstacles. Speaker: H.E. Ali Bapir, President of the Kurdistan Justice Group With: Dr. Momen Zellmi, Researcher and Analyst, Center for Future Studies (CFS) #delphiforumslemani

Energy Transitions and the Climate-Resource Nexus in the Middle East: Geopolitical Repositioning, Fiscal Strategies, and the Race for Water and Food Security This panel, hosted at the Delphi Forum Slemani, examined how the design of diversification efforts and institutional capacity shaped whether energy transitions bolstered long-term stability or introduced new risks. Participants highlighted how the shift to renewable energy intersected with the demands of desalination, climate-smart agriculture, and regional diplomacy. The discussion further explored whether the region successfully decoupled its vital water and food supplies from a hydrocarbon-based economy. Speakers: H.E. Begard Talabani, Ahmad Mufti, Ana Birchall, Michalis Mathioulakis. Chair: Konstantin Valkov. #delphiforumslemani

At Delphi Forum Slemani, Deputy Prime Minister Qubad Talabani shared a compelling vision for the region's future. He emphasized that this forum is more than just a gathering; it is a catalyst for bringing together leaders, institutions, and ideas to shape a brighter path forward. He spoke with conviction about the transformative power of women's empowerment—how it strengthens the very foundations of institutions and drives greater economic productivity. Furthermore, he stated that the government's focus is on building an environment that empowers the private sector, modernizes public services, and unlocks real opportunities for entrepreneurs, investors, and ambitious youth to build a stronger economy. #delphiforumslemani

Remarks by Qubad Talabani, Deputy Prime Minister of the KRG, during the Delphi Forum Slemani, which is held under his patronage. #delphiforumslemani

Welcome Remarks Symeon G. Tsomokos, Founder and President of Delphi Forum #delphiforumslemani

Arrival moments as our guests gather for the Delphi Forum. #delphiforumslemani