Strategic Analysis of Water Resources Management in Iraq

Abstract

Purpose: The research seeks to adopt a strategic analysis of the management of water resources in Iraq according to the emerging circumstances and changes in light of the transformation of water resources from abundance to scarcity. Methodology: The approach used in this study is the analytical approach, which is considered one of the specialized approaches used in detailing scientific studies and research, and then referring to the analysis based on lists of semi-structured personal interviews that resulted from the workshops held with the concerned managers and experts in the Ministry of Water Resources as they are The entity closest to the subject in question by adopting internal and external environmental factors to result in its analysis of the gap in the light of which these factors will be arranged and classified. Findings: The strategic analysis must be based on solid and accurate information that harmonizes to give a clear description of the internal and external environments, as the results revealed that there is a large gap in the political, economic, environmental, and social factors.Research, Practical & Social implications: The research is characterized by the fact that the analysis will be according to the current stage in light of the emerging conditions and challenges facing water resources in Iraq, and it will be a window for researchers to start a strategy based on this analysis so that the goals are achievable.Originality/value: It will focus on understanding the environmental conditions and factors that surround water resources and that need serious confrontation by all stakeholders due to the connection of water to human life and the various political, economic, social, health, and environmental fields.