Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, chaired the second meeting of the University Council, attended by council members, to discuss key academic and strategic development issues and review new ministerial decisions. The University President praised the university’s outstanding results and continued achievements, highlighting its sustained position at the forefront of private universities and colleges in Iraq in prestigious international rankings, particularly the Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings and the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings. International Cooperation and Erasmus+ Programmes On the occasion of Erasmus Days, the meeting emphasized expanding international cooperation and leveraging European Union programmes, particularly Erasmus+ 2028–2034, to support academic mobility for students and faculty members, provide master’s degree scholarships, and promote Jean Monnet Actions projects, which Al-Mustaqbal University uniquely secured as the first private university in Iraq to achieve this distinction. The University President also reviewed his participation in the UNIMED General Assembly 2026, hosted by the University of Barcelona in Spain, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of the Union’s establishment. The meetings endorsed the Union’s strategic priorities, including higher education governance, digital education, intercultural dialogue, graduate employability, education in times of crisis, and sustainable development. Student Activities and Empowerment The Council emphasized supporting cultural and scientific activities, encouraging student competitions, and accelerating the formation of student councils to strengthen student participation and leadership. Implementation of Ministerial Directives The Council directed the implementation of the Ministry’s directive concerning the calculation of the 2025–2026 academic year as a non-failing year for students covered by student registration cancellation provisions, in accordance with the applicable regulations. Promotional Campaigns and Student Recruitment The Council called for intensifying media and marketing campaigns to introduce newly established academic departments and highlight the university’s distinguished services. Particular emphasis was placed on showcasing its strengths and international rankings to guide prospective students and their families and facilitate registration procedures. Academic Programmes and Curriculum Development The Council also emphasized developing and establishing joint academic programmes with international universities and implementing all requirements and recommendations of expert committees to enhance academic standards and ensure educational quality and rigour. Al-Mustaqbal University: Ranked First Among Private Universities in Iraq.