KRG Spokesperson Highlights Strategic Importance of Runaki Project and Urges Responsible Electricity Use
Speaking about the significance of the project, Hawramani said the Runaki initiative directly benefits citizens and represents a critical step toward energy sustainability.
ERBIL (Kurdistan24) – The Runaki project stands as one of the most important national and strategic initiatives of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), according to government spokesperson Peshawa Hawramani, who addressed Kurdistan24 on Wednesday.
Speaking about the significance of the project, Hawramani said the Runaki initiative directly benefits citizens and represents a critical step toward energy sustainability. However, he emphasized that public cooperation is essential. “It is important for citizens to learn how to use electricity responsibly,” he stated.
Regarding the cost of accessing 24-hour electricity through the Runaki project, Hawramani noted that the majority of stakeholders are satisfied with the pricing structure. “Most of the stakeholders in the Runaki project are satisfied with the price and do not criticize it,” he said. To ease the financial transition for the public, the KRG will subsidize the project for three months.
As part of this support, citizens will receive a 50% discount in the first month, followed by a 25% discount in the second month and a 15% discount in the third month. Hawramani explained that this tiered approach is designed to help residents gradually adapt to the new pricing system.
Reaffirming the government’s full backing, he said, “The KRG will continue to support the Runaki project.”
Hawramani also revealed that Kurdistan Region Prime Minister Masrour Barzani is scheduled to make an official visit to the United States soon, during which he will hold a series of high-level meetings focused on advancing the region’s political and economic interests.
Addressing the issue of financial entitlements, the KRG spokesperson stressed that the regional government has met all its obligations to Baghdad. Despite this, he accused the federal government of persistent delays in delivering the Region’s salaries.
“Baghdad has not complied with the agreements and is not treating the Kurdistan Region fairly,” Hawramani said. “In 2023, 2024, and 2025, one million people across Iraq have secured employment opportunities, yet not a single individual from the Kurdistan Region has benefited.”
On regional diplomacy, Hawramani pointed to the KRG’s active role in the peace process in Turkey, stating that the government has contributed significantly to promoting stability in the neighboring country.
The remarks underscore the KRG’s commitment to energy reform, financial rights, and regional peace-building, as well as its ongoing efforts to strengthen relations with international partners.
