Al-Mustaqbal University concluded the activities of Erasmus+ Days 2026, held from October 12 to 17, in the presence of the University President, Professor Dr. Hassan Shakir Majdi, several department directors, faculty members, university staff, and a large number of students. The event aimed to introduce participants to international academic cooperation opportunities and promote knowledge and cultural exchange. In his address marking the beginning of the new academic year, the University President emphasized the importance of encouraging students to develop high-quality projects, actively participate in university initiatives, and take advantage of the scholarships and opportunities offered by the Erasmus+ Programme to enhance their skills and broaden their academic and professional horizons. For his part, Professor Dr. Muzaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairi, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision, delivered the University Presidency’s closing remarks, emphasizing that international cooperation is a fundamental pillar of educational and scientific research development. He stressed the importance of transforming academic partnerships into high-impact projects and strengthening the participation of students and faculty members in international cooperation programmes, in line with the university’s vision: “Towards a Sustainable University.” The activities included an introductory lecture delivered by Dr. Samir Badrawi, Director of Cultural Relations, who presented the four main components of the Erasmus+ Programme: academic exchange, capacity building, joint master's programmes, and Jean Monnet projects supporting European studies and policies, with particular emphasis on joint master's degree opportunities. Additionally, Professor Dr. Tariq Jawad Kazim, Director of the Scientific Affairs Department, delivered a presentation highlighting the university’s major achievements in international rankings. These activities are part of Al-Mustaqbal University’s ongoing efforts to strengthen its international presence, expand academic partnerships, and empower its students and staff to benefit from international opportunities in development, innovation, and excellence. Al-Mustaqbal University — Ranked First Among Private Universities in Iraq