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The President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, participated in a high-level ministerial delegation visiting the Arab Republic of Egypt, headed by the Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research for Scientific Research Affairs, Professor Dr. Haider Abdul Dhahad. The visit aimed to strengthen joint academic cooperation and activate scientific partnerships between the two countries. The tour focused on implementing memoranda of understanding and advancing scientific research. It included key meetings with Al-Azhar University to explore collaboration in academic and research fields and promote the exchange of expertise. The delegation also reviewed joint postgraduate programs with Mansoura University, highlighting the successful Master’s program in Law hosted at Al-Mustaqbal University as a pioneering example of Iraqi-Egyptian academic cooperation. Emphasis was placed on removing obstacles for researchers and expanding collaboration in emerging and specialized fields. Meetings were held at the Egyptian Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to discuss mutual recognition mechanisms, academic twinning programs, and initiatives to improve university rankings in global indexes. The delegation also met with Elsevier’s regional office to explore advanced AI-based scientific publishing technologies and ways to enhance the international visibility of Iraqi research. Additionally, the delegation visited Intilaaq Company for Communications and Information Technology at Mansoura University, where innovative achievements in digital transformation and technological infrastructure development were presented. Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi expressed his appreciation for the leadership of Professor Dr. Haider Abdul Dhahad, emphasizing that Al-Mustaqbal University’s participation reflects its commitment to global quality standards and to building advanced academic and research environments through partnerships with leading Egyptian institutions. This visit is part of ongoing efforts by the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to promote international engagement and achieve excellence in scientific research outputs.