The Impact of Good Governance on Determining The International Position of The Kurdistan Region

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This article explores the impact of good governance on the international legitimacy and sustainability of the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). It addresses the challenges and opportunities in adopting governance standards and how these influence KRI's standing for its internal and external affairs. Using qualitative methods like document analysis and interviews, the article identifies key success factors since 1991, highlighting the support from international powers, particularly the United States. The main argument is that the KRI must polarize international support through applying good governance principles and improving crucial sectors such as security, politics, and socio-economics to meet global standards.