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Al-Mustaqbal University, represented by its President, Professor Dr Hasan Shakir Majdi, participated in the opening of the third edition of the Iraq Education Conference, which commenced on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr Haider Bahaa Al-Hassani. The conference was held under the theme: “From Education to Development: Global Partnerships and Universities Shaping the Future.” The opening ceremony brought together a distinguished gathering of dignitaries, including the Chair and members of the Parliamentary Committee on Education, the Head of the Advisory Board, several ministers and senior officials, as well as prominent academic leaders, experts, specialists, and national and international scientific figures. In his opening address, the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research emphasised that the conference serves as a key platform for exchanging expertise, expanding institutional cooperation, and establishing strategic partnerships aimed at advancing higher education and strengthening the position of Iraqi universities within regional and international academic communities. He further explained that the Ministry’s vision centres on promoting the concept of the “productive university” by supporting applied scientific research, encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship, strengthening partnerships with the public and private sectors, and developing technology incubators. These efforts aim to align educational outcomes with labour market needs and the requirements of sustainable development. The opening ceremony also featured keynote addresses by Professor Jim Burkee, President of Saint Leo University in the United States, and Dr Salman Al-Rawaf, Director of the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre with Imperial College London. On the sidelines of the conference, the Minister inaugurated the Iraqi Higher Education Exhibition, which brought together a wide range of Iraqi, Arab, and international universities. The exhibition aims to explore opportunities for academic cooperation, facilitate the exchange of expertise, and expand institutional and scientific partnerships. The third edition of the conference will continue over two consecutive days, featuring scientific sessions and specialised discussions addressing several key themes, including vocational and technical education, the internationalisation of education and transnational education, research aligned with national priorities, smart digital transformation, sustainability and the environment, as well as enhancing investment and strategic partnerships. These discussions seek to translate visions into practical programmes that contribute to supporting the national economy. #Al-Mustaqbal_University #Ranked_first_among_private_universities_in_Iraq #Goal_17_Partnerships_for_the_Goals