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In line with his continuous efforts to strengthen international relations and engage with prestigious global academic institutions, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (Letter of Intent) with the ancient British University of Reading. The signing ceremony and discussions were attended by a high-level official delegation, represented by the Iraqi Cultural Counselor in the United Kingdom, Professor Dr. Qusay Al-Ahmadi. The British side was represented by a senior academic and administrative delegation including: Professor Elizabeth Allen: Pro-Vice-Chancellor (International) and Head of the International Academy at the University of Reading. Professor Keiichi Nakata: Professor of Social Informatics and Director of the Informatics Research Centre at Henley Business School. Mr. Alex Boughton: Global Engagement Director and Executive Assistant to the Director of External Relations at the University. Ms. Irem Ozsoy: Senior Regional Manager for International Student Recruitment. Horizons of Joint Cooperation: The signed memorandum aims to open new horizons for scientific, academic, and research cooperation between the two universities, focusing on the following key aspects: Joint Academic Programs: Exploring mechanisms for establishing "Double Degree" programs and academic progression pathways. Scholarships and Facilitations: Discussing the provision of dedicated scholarships and discounts for students. Scientific Research: Exploring available opportunities for joint scientific research cooperation, exchanging expertise, knowledge, and mutual projects between the faculties. On the sidelines of the signing ceremony, commemorative shields were exchanged between the President of Al-Mustaqbal University and the British delegation, reflecting the depth of bilateral academic relations and documenting this promising partnership. In a supportive and paternal gesture towards the scientific journey, the Iraqi delegation, represented by Professor Dr. Qusay Al-Ahmadi and the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, held meetings with a group of Iraqi scholarship students and researchers studying at the University of Reading in front of the Central Library building. The meeting aimed to review their academic progress, listen to their needs, and encourage them to continue achieving excellence to serve their homeland. This step comes as part of the ambitious strategy of Al-Mustaqbal University to enhance its position on the global higher education map, providing the best educational and research opportunities for its students and teaching staff.