A high-level delegation from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is expected to travel to Baghdad next week for talks aimed at advancing the implementation of the ASYCUDA customs system and addressing ongoing disputes over non-oil revenues.
According to a Kurdish official, the visit is planned for Monday, pending any last-minute changes, as both sides continue efforts to reach a clearer understanding on customs procedures and financial coordination.
The ASYCUDA system, developed by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), is designed to digitise and standardise customs operations. It is already in use at federal border crossings across Iraq, though not fully implemented in the Kurdistan Region.
Talks are expected to focus on integrating the system in the region while balancing administrative responsibilities between Erbil and Baghdad. Kurdish officials have previously expressed concerns over preserving the region’s constitutional authority over border management.
Discussions will also cover non-oil revenues, a long-standing point of contention between the two sides as part of broader fiscal negotiations.
The upcoming visit follows a series of technical meetings aimed at resolving disputes over customs reform and revenue collection, as both governments seek progress on financial coordination mechanisms.
