The Relationship Between Human Resources Development and Sustainable Development Strategy: A Case of Iraq

Local economic growth is inextricably linked to natural and human resource optimization. This study aims to examine how natural and human resource potential functions as a factor of Iraq's economic growth. Additionally, it investigates the impact of natural resources, human capital, community culture, and legislation on Iraq's economic progress. The research technique employed is a hybrid model, which combines quantitative and qualitative methodologies. Observation, survey, and documentation were used to collect data. The study's findings indicate that maximizing natural resource usage without investing in human resource development leads to minimal contribution to economic growth in Iraq, posing a barrier to accelerating economic development. In addition, natural resources, human capital, and community culture significantly impact Iraq's financial success. Therefore, this research advises that Iraq's economic growth be accelerated by optimizing resource potential and developing human resource capability via technology and changes in community culture.