Economic Policies and Their Impact on Political Security and Internal Stability in Iraq (2003–2023

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Economic Policies, Political Stability, Social Security, Rentier Economy, Unemployment, Poverty, Iraq

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Asst Dr. Hazem Hameed Jabr
Basra and Arabian Gulf Studies Center, University of Basra
Asst. Prof. Dr. Basima kzar
مركز دراسات البصرة والخليج العربي-جامعة البصرة

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  . Abstract  This study analyzes the impact of economic policies on political security and internal stability in Iraq during the period 2003–2023, considering the economic and political challenges faced after 2003. The research assumes that economic policies play a key role in shaping political and social stability, especially in rentier economies dependent on natural resources. The study adopts a descriptive analytical approach by examining several economic and social indicators, including public expenditure, unemployment, poverty, and political stability indicators issued by international institutions. The findings show that continued dependence on the rentier economic structure, high unemployment and poverty rates, and weak management of public resources significantly affect political and social stability in Iraq. The study concludes that improving economic policies, strengthening transparency and governance, and promoting private sector development are essential to enhance social security, political stability, and sustainable development.

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Asst Dr. Hazem Hameed Jabr, A. . D. H. H. J., & kzar , A. P. D. B. (2026). Economic Policies and Their Impact on Political Security and Internal Stability in Iraq (2003–2023. The Gulf Economist, 42(68), 61–98. Retrieved from https://tge.uobasrah.edu.iq/index.php/tge/article/view/229
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Asst Dr. Hazem Hameed Jabr, Basra and Arabian Gulf Studies Center, University of Basra

Asst  Dr. Hazem Hameed Jabr

Basra and Arabian Gulf Studies Center, University of Basra

Asst. Prof. Dr. Basima kzar , مركز دراسات البصرة والخليج العربي-جامعة البصرة

                        Asst. Prof. Dr. Basima kzar Hassan                                  Basra and Arabian Gulf Studies Center, University of Basra              

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