The Kurdish Democratic Party (KDP) is a political party in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, founded in 1946. It aims to promote the rights and interests of the Kurdish people and advocates for greater autonomy and self-governance within Iraq. The KDP has played a significant role in Kurdish politics and has been involved in various conflicts and negotiations regarding Kurdish autonomy. The party is led by the Barzani family, with Masoud Barzani being one of its most prominent leaders. The KDP has a strong support base in the Kurdistan Region and has historically been in competition with other Kurdish parties, such as the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK).