The Office of Scientific and Academic Supervision at Al-Mustaqbal University commenced the 2026–2027 academic year with a meeting chaired by Professor Dr. Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Academic Supervision. The meeting was attended by directors and staff members of the Departments of Scientific Affairs, Cultural Relations, Quality Assurance and Accreditation, and Science and Technology Parks, in addition to the Sustainability and International Rankings Divisions. The meeting aimed to discuss academic and scientific plans and establish priorities for the next phase. The meeting included a review of the programs and activities implemented during the previous academic year, as well as an assessment of achievement levels in coordination with the deanships of the university’s colleges. These discussions aimed to identify areas for improvement, enhance institutional performance, and improve the quality of educational and research outcomes. Professor Dr. Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi emphasized the importance of supporting applied scientific research and directing it toward addressing real-world challenges. He also highlighted the need to encourage publication in high-impact international scientific journals, strengthen researchers’ participation in international research groups, and leverage academic partnerships to conduct joint research that delivers scientific, economic, and societal benefits. The meeting also addressed ways to develop the university’s scientific journals and complete the requirements for their inclusion in international indexing databases. Discussions further focused on activating existing agreements and memoranda of understanding through joint academic and research programs and projects, as well as expanding participation in scientific conferences and workshops and promoting the exchange of expertise with academic and research institutions. Participants reviewed the outcomes of the university delegation’s recent visit to several Jordanian universities and explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in academic program development, training, student and academic exchanges, joint scientific research, quality assurance and accreditation, and the development of educational facilities and laboratories. The meeting also discussed mechanisms for strengthening the university’s presence in national and international rankings, supporting sustainable development initiatives, and completing the requirements for institutional and programmatic accreditation. These efforts aim to improve performance indicators, enhance the university’s competitiveness, and reinforce its academic standing. These initiatives form part of Al-Mustaqbal University’s commitment to promoting academic excellence, advancing scientific research, expanding international partnerships, and strengthening quality assurance and sustainability. They also support the university’s role in serving society and contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Al-Mustaqbal University — The No. 1 University in Iraq.