Integrating Performance-Based Budgeting through Iraq's Government Program: Advancing Labor Market Responsiveness

The study investigates the transition from traditional budgeting to Performance-Based Budgeting Systems (PBBS) in Iraq, particularly within the Government Program (GP). It assesses how the GP can act as a catalyst for PBBS, aiming to improve public sector efficiency and address labor market needs. The paper discusses the challenges of traditional budgeting, highlights the potential of PBBS to contribute to the labor market, and recommends strategic steps for effective PBBS implementation in Iraq