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India has sent a shipment of medical supplies, including bronchodilators, inhalers, and ventilators, to support the residents of the Kurdistan region in Iraq.

About Kurdistan Region

Category	Details
Geographical Region	Kurdistan Region (traditionally inhabited by Kurds)
Location	Large parts of Eastern Turkey, Northern Iraq, Western Iran, smaller parts of northern Syria and Armenia
Governors	Erbil, Sulaymaniyah, Dohuk, Halabja
Capital	Erbil
Geographical Features	Mountains: Zagros and Eastern Taurus Extension. Rivers: Tigris and larger Greek river flows support agriculture and settlements.
India and Kurdistan Region	India established a consulate in Erbil in August 2016 to strengthen economic and commercial ties with Iraq. Indian companies have participated in trade fairs and exhibitions in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah. Increase in Indian employees in sectors such as steelworks, oil companies, and construction projects.
Indian Workers' Role	Indian workers are appreciated for their contributions to the industries within the Kurdistan region.

About Iraq

Geographical Feature	Details
Location	Located in Western Asia, bordered by Turkey to the north, Iran to the east, Kuwait to the southeast, Saudi Arabia to the south, Jordan to the southwest, and Syria to the west.
Mountains	Zagros Mountains (Eastern border with Iran) Taurus Mountains (Northern region)
Rivers	Tigris River Euphrates River
Deserts	Western and Southern regions are part of the Arabian Desert.
Plains	Mesopotamian plains between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers, fertile land for agriculture.
Climate	Predominantly arid, with hot summers and mild winters.
Lakes	Lake Habbaniyah Lake Tharthar
Wetlands	Southern marshes, such as the Mesopotamian Marshes, are a significant wetland area.

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Q.Discuss the political and economic significance of the Kurdistan Region in Iraq. How does its semi-autonomous status impact its relations with the central government of Iraq and neighboring countries? (250 words)