Al-Mustaqbal University Participates in the Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Federation of Arab Scientific Research Councils in Baghdad
In response to an official invitation, **Prof. Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University**, participated in the grand celebration organized by the **Federation of Arab Scientific Research Councils (FASRC)** in Baghdad, marking its Golden Jubilee and the 50th anniversary of its establishment (1976–2026), under the theme **“Fifty Years in the Service of Scientific Research, Innovation, and Arab Academic Cooperation.”** The event was held under the patronage and in the presence of **H.E. Nizar Amidi, President of the Republic of Iraq**, with the attendance of **Dr. Abdul-Hussein Al-Mousawi, Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research**, MP Dr. Aqeel Al-Khalidi, and broad local and international participation. ([Arabic Manuscripts Institute][1])
In his opening speech, **President Nizar Amidi** extended his congratulations to the Federation and to all scientists and researchers, affirming that Iraq’s capabilities are open to scientific and practical Arab cooperation and synergy. He also emphasized the importance of directing scientific research toward addressing environmental, climate, and artificial intelligence challenges. ([LinkedIn][2])
**Prof. Dr. Abdul Majid Benamara**, Secretary-General of the Federation, expressed his appreciation for the patronage of the President of the Republic, noting that the Golden Jubilee represents a new beginning focused on empowering youth, investing in emerging technologies, and building a knowledge-based Arab economy.
The celebration featured a documentary film entitled **“Fifty Years of the Federation of Arab Scientific Research Councils,”** highlighting five decades of institutional work and achievements.
The Federation presented a special commemorative gift to the President of the Republic, along with tributes to the **League of Arab States** and Arab joint-action organizations. **Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi** and a number of prominent official and scientific figures were also honored in recognition of their contributions to advancing Arab scientific cooperation.
On the sidelines of the scientific gathering, **Prof. Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi** met with **Prof. Dr. Amr Salama, Secretary-General of the Association of Arab Universities**, to discuss ways to strengthen academic cooperation and develop comprehensive scientific partnerships.
Al-Mustaqbal University’s active participation in this distinguished event reflects its continued commitment to supporting scientific research, innovation, and academic cooperation at both the national and Arab levels. Through its presence at such prominent scientific gatherings, the university continues to expand strategic partnerships and contribute to building an academic future that keeps pace with technological developments and supports the goals of sustainable development.