
iNNOV8 participated in the Second Delphi Economic Forum in Sulaimani, joining policymakers, academics, diplomats, business leaders, and international experts for two days of dialogue on the future of Iraq, the Kurdistan Region, and the wider Middle East.
Held on 6–7 June 2026, the forum explored a broad range of strategic issues, including regional security, governance reform, economic resilience, foreign investment, energy transitions, climate change, innovation, urban development, and international cooperation.
The event featured keynote addresses and panel discussions with senior government officials and internationally recognized experts from Iraq, the Kurdistan Region, Europe, and the Middle East. Discussions examined Iraq's evolving regional role, the Kurdistan Region's investment potential, geopolitical developments, energy and water security, gender equality, and the future of regional stability and economic transformation.

Representing iNNOV8, the team engaged with policymakers, researchers, and institutional leaders, strengthening partnerships and exchanging ideas on evidence-based policymaking and sustainable development. The forum also provided an important platform to showcase iNNOV8's ongoing research and commitment to fostering informed dialogue on governance, public policy, environmental sustainability, and regional cooperation.
iNNOV8 values opportunities that bring together diverse perspectives to address complex policy challenges and looks forward to continuing its engagement with regional and international partners in advancing innovative solutions for Iraq and the Kurdistan Region.