Erbil:The Kurdistan Regional Government Council of Ministers has called for a review of the draft federal budget law for 2027 before it is presented for a vote. The Council emphasized the importance of ensuring that the Region’s constitutional rights and financial entitlements are upheld.

According to National Iraqi News Agency, during a regular meeting chaired by Prime Minister Masrour Barzani, the Council discussed several key agenda items, focusing on the draft federal budget law. The Kurdistan Regional Government’s negotiating delegation reviewed its discussions with the Federal Ministry of Finance concerning Article 10 of the budget law.

The meeting also addressed the outcomes of a visit by a high-level federal delegation, including the Deputy Prime Minister for Energy Affairs and the Ministers of Oil and Electricity, to the Kurdistan Region. Discussions centered on oil and energy issues related to the draft federal budget.

The Council reiterated that the Kurdistan Region is a constitutionally recognized federal entity. It stressed that the federal budget should be aligned with constitutional principles, justice, and genuine partnership, avoiding unilateral federal government actions. The Council highlighted the necessity of determining the Kurdistan Region’s share of the federal budget based on its 14.14% population ratio, as per the latest census.

The Council instructed its negotiating delegation to address constitutional inaccuracies in the 2027 budget draft by the Federal Ministry of Finance. The delegation is to submit observations and proposed alternatives to federal authorities and political parties, aiming to amend the draft.

Additionally, the Kurdistan Regional Government urged the Federal Council of Ministers not to proceed with the budget draft without necessary revisions that incorporate the Region’s rights and entitlements. The Regional Government views the 2027 budget bill discussions as a chance to resolve financial issues and avoid recurring fiscal crises.

The Council affirmed its fulfillment of constitutional obligations while maintaining the Region’s rights. It expressed continued support for the negotiating delegation, emphasizing its commitment to dialogue with the federal government to secure a fair agreement that respects regional rights and strengthens federal partnership foundations.