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Iraq: Postpone Iraq’s Elections (2005)
An article on the January 2005 issue of the "Foreign Policy In Focus" by Anas Shallal, the founder of Iraqi Americans for Peaceful Alternatives.
Iraq: Increasing Women’s Representation in Iraq - What strategies would work best?
This paper by Pippa Norris (Harvard University, prepared for the National Endowment for Democracy) examines possible strategies for increasing women’s representation in Iraq (February 2004)
Iraq: Terms of Reference for EU Election Support Project
A copy of the Terms of Reference for the support mission to the Iraqi elections of the European Commission, in joint management with the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
Iraq: The Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq (CPA Order 92)
This document is the Order Number 92 of the Coalition Provisional Authority in Iraq which establishes the Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq (IECI), its mandate, composition and functions.
Iraq: Political Parties and Entities Law (CPA Order 97)
Order Number 97 of the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA)in Iraq forms part of the legal framework for the 2005 National Assembly elections by regulating the development of political entities across the country.
Iraq: Setbacks, Advances, Prospects
A paper by Adeed Dawisha
Iraq: DFID’s reconstruction newsletter
The November 2004 issue of the monthly newsletter of Department for International Development (DFID) on reconstruction news in Iraq, with a section containing useful information and facts on the 2005 National Assembly elections in Iraq.
Iraqi Constitution (2005)
This document features the amended Constitution of Iraq. It is consisting of 144 article, and translated from Arabic by the United Nation's Office for Constitutional Support, and the translation was approved by the Iraqi government. It was published in the official Iraqi Gazette No. 4012 in 28 Dec 2005.
Iraq: Rules of Ethics (IECI)
This code of ethics has been developed by the IECI in consequence of the requirement in CPA Order 92 and in the interests of establishing the independence of the IECI and the neutrality and professionalism of its members.
Iraq: Rules of Procedure of the Board of Commissioners (IECI Regulation 01/2004)
This regulation issued by the "Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq" (IECI) of Iraq elaborates on the legal framework already in place, and is issued by the IECI in consequence of the authorizations given in the TAL and in CPA Orders 92, 96 and 97.
Iraq: Voter Registration Regulations (IECI Reg 02/04)
This regulation sets voter registration procedures elaborating on the legal framework already in place, and it is issued by the Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq (IECI) in accordance with Orders 92 and 96.
Iraq: The Imperatives of Elections on Schedule
A paper examining the situation leading to 2005 elections in Iraq and their possible timing. Written by Nimrod Raphaeli, Senior Analyst of the the Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) - December 2004.
Iraq: Country Report
A comprehensive Country Report on Iraq published in October 2004 by the Country Information & Policy Unit - Immigration & Nationality Directorate of the Home Office in the United Kingdom. Among other aspects, it covers the electoral and political systems in this country.
Iraq: Electoral Fact Sheet
This electoral fact sheet was prepared by the Electoral Assistance Division of the United Nations. It provides a wealth of useful information on the 2005 electoral process in this country.
Iraq: Factsheet on 2005 Elections
A factsheet covering the 2005 National Assembly Elections in Iraq released by CAABU, containing general information and useful links (2004)
Iraq: Overseas Voter ID Card
In the image an Iraqi voter displays the voter ID card issued by IOM for the out-of-country voter registration operation.
Iraq: Voter Education Poster (2005) OCV
A poster for the out-of-country 2005 national assembly elections in Iraq, produced by the International Organization for Migrations (IOM).
Iraq: Voter Education Poster (2005)
A poster to motivate Baghdad's voters to participate in the 2005 national assembly elections.
Iraq: Voter Education Poster (2005) 2
An election day poster displayed in Baghdad
Iraq: Voter Education Poster (2005) 3
A large street advertisement urging Iraqi voters to participate in the 2005 National Assembly elections
Iraq: Voter Education Poster (2004) 1
An image of voter education posters displayed in Baghdad
Iraq: Considerations for Electoral System for Iraq's Transitional Period
This paper edited by Sama Hadad for the Iraqi Prospect Organization (IPO) examines the electoral system adopted for Iraq’s transition period, providing a set of recommendations.
Iraq: Establishing a Stable Democratic Constitutional Structure in Iraq
This paper by the Public International Law & Policy Group and the Century Foundation aims at helping to navigate among the complexities of the constitution building process in Iraq by providing analysis and recommendations to achieve both stability and democracy (May 2003).
Iraq: IDEA - Key Options in Iraq's Democratisation Process
The present document consists of three different policy briefings on constitution-building processes, electoral system design and political parties in divided societies from International IDEA.
Iraq: IDEA - Key Options in Iraq's Democratisation Process (Arabic)
The present document consists of three different policy briefings on constitution-building processes, electoral system design and political parties in divided societies from International IDEA.
Iraq: Political Dynamics in Advance of Parliamentary Elections (2005)
The paper "Iraq: Political Dynamics in Advance of Parliamentary Elections" by Zaineb Naji and Daud Salman for the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
Iraq: Contestants for January 2005 Transitional National Assembly elections
The list of candidates running for the 2005 National Assembly elections as issued by the Independent Electoral Commission of Iraq (IECI).
Iraq: IECI Code of Conduct for Electoral Observers
This file is the Code of Conduct for Electoral Observers developed by the Independent Electoral Commission of IRAQ (IECI) for the January 2005 National Assembly elections
Iraq: Can Iraq Be Democratic?
A paper written by Patrick Basham for Policy Analisys in January 2005 on the prospects for a democratic Iraq.
Iraq: The Right Road to Sovereignty in Iraq
Marina Ottaway and Thomas Carothers (Carnegie Endowment for International Peace) examine the situation preceeding the 2005 elections, with the pressure from the US administration that made elections a requisite for Iraqi sovereignty. They illustrate the dangers of an extremely accelerated electoral timetable, of early elections in postconflict situations that can produce unstable results and favor radical groups over still-emergent moderate forces.
Iraq: The Mother of all Elections
A paper by by Bartle Bull, for "The Prospect" Issue 107, on the 2005 elections in Iraq.
Iraq: Democracy and Ethno-Religious Conflict in Iraq
The paper by Andreas Wimmer, UCLA was presented at the Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law, Stanford University on May 2003 (© A. Wimmer).
Iraq: Women Quotas in Iraq
A brief document from the International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (IDEA) examining the quota system adopted for the 2005 National Assembly elections in Iraq.
Iraq: IMIE Assessment Team - Final Report (2006)
This report describes the mandate and work of the International Mission for Iraqi Elections (IMIE) Assessment Team, and presents its observations and recommendations.
Iraq: Code for Media during Elections
This Code for Media during Elections (the “Code”) regulates specific activities by the Media during the Campaign Period, as such terms are defined herein. It supplements the Iraqi National Communications and Media Commission (NCMC) Interim Broadcasting Programme Code.
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Shadowy campaign financing will mire Iraq's democratic elections, Open Democracy (2010)
This article focuses on the resources of financing and propaganda campaigns in the Iraqi elections 2010.
Images of Iraq’s Election, IWPR (2010)
Iraqis voted in national elections this week in polls set to shape the country’s future ahead of the planned United States withdrawal from the country later this year. In Baghdad, where a series of attacks killed at least 37 people on voting day, the official 53 per cent turnout was one of the lowest in Iraq. Elsewhere, there was a turnout of around 62 per cent as people appeared to favour issues of services and the economy over sectarian bias.
Images of Iraq’s Election, IWPR (2010)
Iraqis voted in national elections this week in polls set to shape the country’s future ahead of the planned United States withdrawal from the country later this year. In Baghdad, where a series of attacks killed at least 37 people on voting day, the official 53 per cent turnout was one of the lowest in Iraq. Elsewhere, there was a turnout of around 62 per cent as people appeared to favour issues of services and the economy over sectarian bias.
Iraq's Provisional Elections: the Stakes, International Crisis Group (2009)
This report analyzes thoroughly the political scenario in Iraq right before the 2009 elections. Iraq has to address a series of fundamental issues that have long been ignored: deteriorating security, mismanagement, dysfunctional governance and corruption among all. Since the 2005 elections there have been significant improvements – a new generation of politicians will be competing, for example – but much has to improve.
Iraq: Law of the Independent High Electoral Commission (2007)
This document is an unofficial translation of the Law of the Independent High Electoral Commission establishing the independent Iraqi electoral management body. This Law abolishes the Coalition Provisional Authority (CPA) which was in charge of organizing elections since 2004.
Iraq: Rules of Procedures of the Board of Commissioners (2007)
This legal document establishes the rules of procedure of the Board of Commissioners. It notably sets the different obligations and responsibilities of the Independent High Electoral Commission.
Iraq: Regulation no. 21, Seat Allocation (2010)
This law sets the seat allocation for the Council of Representatives of Iraq.
Iraq: Regulation no. 16, Complaints and Appeal (2009)
This regulation sets the different procedures to be followed in order to make complaints and appeals on the electoral procedures and turnouts.
Iraq: Regulation no. 17, Candidates Certification (2009)
This regulation sets the procedures for the certification of candidates in the Iraqi elections.
Iraq: Regulation no. 18, Voting, Counting and Sorting (2009)
This regulation includes provisions specifying the legal frame for the registration of voters, the polling process and the counting of votes.
Iraq: Regulations for the elections (2008)
This document contains all the regulations passed for the 2008 elections in Iraq.
Iraq: Regulations for the Kurdistan region elections (2009)
This document contains the English versions of ten regulations passed for the 2009 Kurdistan regional elections.
Iraq: Regulation no. 19, Media Campaign (2009)
This legal document regulates the media coverage of the elections and the activities during the electoral campaing in Iraq.
Iraq: Regulation no. 20, The system of Iraqi OCV of the Iraqi COR (2010)
This regulation establishes the different procedures for the out-of-country voting, the media coverage, the electoral campaing and the application of the Law in foreign countries.
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Iraq: Regulation no.14, Political Entity Agents (2009)
This legal document is an English version of the regulation establishing the legal frame for the activities of agents from political entities willing to observe the elections.
Iraq: Regulation no.13, Observers of Elections and Referendum (2009)
This document is an English version of the regulation establishing the conditions for electoral observers and the procedures for their accreditation.
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Iraq: Regulation no.15, Certification of Political Entities and Coalitions (2009)
This legal document is an English version of the regulation establishing the different procedures for the inscription of political entities (parties) or coalitions for the Elections of the Iraqi Council of representatives of the year 2010. There are also provisions regarding the eligibility of the accreditations submitted.
Iraq: Regulation no.12 on Formation of Regions (2008)
This regulation sets the procedures for the formation of regions on the Iraqi territory.
Iraq: Factsheets, IHEC and UNAMI Office of Electoral Assistance (2009-2010)
This document contains 26 factsheets about the Iraqi electoral system and voting procedures. The numerous documents give information about specific subjects such as: election and security, the nomination of candidates, the eligibility to vote, the fraud mitigation measures, out-of-country voting, the legal framework, voter education, ballots and also the pooling and counting procedures.
Iraq: Electoral Law of the Iraqi Parliament (2013)
Electoral Law of the Republic of Iraq, approved in 2013. In Arabic
Iraq: Regulations on the Rules of Procedure of the Board of Commissioners (2007)
English translation of the Rules and Regulations for the Board of Commissioners of Iraq's EMB, The Independent High Electoral Commission (IHEC).
Voter Registration Update, Exhibition and Challenges For the Iraq Council of Representatives Election Regulation (2014)
English Translation of the Iraqi EMBs rules for Voter Registration
Iraq: Certification of Political Entities and Coalitions, for The Iraqi Parliamentary Elections (2013)
English Translation of the rules regarding registration of political parties and individual candidates
Iraq: Regulation No. 1, Organizing Expenditure on the Electoral Campaigns (2013)
English Translation of Iraq's Campaign Finance Law.
Iraq: Final Report, Council of Representatives and KRG Governorate Council Elections of 30 April 2014, Unrepresented Nations and Peoples Organization - Assyria Council of Europe (2014)
 
Iraq: Law of the Independent High Electoral Commission, Iraq's IHEC, (2014)
 
Iraq: Organigram (2019)
This is an organigram of the Iraq EMB structure.
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