Administrative Divisions Department of Cultural Relations
In a strategic step reflecting its commitment to expanding academic cooperation and enhancing integration among Iraqi universities, the President of Al-Mustaqbal University, Professor Dr. Hasan Shaker Majdi, signed a series of scientific and cultural cooperation agreements with a number of distinguished Iraqi universities, including the University of Mosul, Al-Mustansiriyah University, Northern Technical University, Southern Technical University, and Al-Nisour University, on the sidelines of the EURAS Academy 2026 Forum. The agreements were signed with Professor Dr. Waheed Mahmoud Al-Ibrahimi, President of the University of Mosul; Professor Dr. Safaa Taqi Al-Issawi, President of Al-Mustansiriyah University; Professor Dr. Aliyah Al-Attar, President of Northern Technical University; Professor Dr. Adnan Abdullah Atiq, President of Southern Technical University; and Professor Dr. Abdul Jawad Al-Amiri, President of Al-Nisour University. These agreements were concluded during the forum organized by Al-Mustaqbal University in partnership with the European–Asian Universities Union (EURASIA), which represents the first global scientific and academic event of its kind held at the level of Iraqi universities, serving as an international academic platform for the exchange of expertise and the establishment of institutional partnerships between local and international universities. The signed cooperation agreements cover a range of areas of mutual interest, most notably joint scientific research projects, exchange of faculty members, joint supervision of postgraduate students, as well as the organization of scientific conferences and specialized workshops, cooperation in international rankings, quality assurance and academic accreditation systems, in addition to joint student activities. Al-Mustaqbal University affirmed that these agreements represent an advanced step toward strengthening effective national partnerships and enhancing the standing of Iraqi universities in regional and international academic forums, in line with its vision to improve the quality of higher education, support scientific research, and achieve sustainable development in the academic sector.
As part of its ongoing efforts toward internationalization, AL-Mustaqbal University organized the EURAS Academy 2026 International Forum in cooperation with the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) on Thursday morning, 29 January 2026, at the university campus. The forum was attended by the President of EURAS, representatives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, as well as a distinguished group of university presidents and representatives of various ministries. The forum served as a prominent international academic platform for dialogue and the exchange of expertise, reaffirming the advanced position held by AL-Mustaqbal University at both the regional and international levels. Notably, it marked the first international forum of its kind to be hosted by an Iraqi university, bringing together leading academics, experts, and decision-makers. On the sidelines of the forum, and as a strategic step aimed at activating its outcomes and recommendations, a Memorandum of Scientific Cooperation was signed between AL-Mustaqbal University, represented by its President Professor Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, and Istanbul Aydin University, represented by its President Professor Dr. Mustafa Aydin, who also serves as President of the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS), an organization that includes more than 150 universities across Europe and Asia. The memorandum outlines several key areas of cooperation, most notably enhancing academic mobility for faculty members and students, developing joint scientific research, and updating academic curricula. It also emphasizes the exchange of expertise in the fields of technological innovation, university governance, and education diplomacy, contributing to strengthening university–community engagement and reinforcing the role of universities in sustainable development.
Under the patronage of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and in partnership with the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS), Al-Mustaqbal University hosted the opening of the EURAS Academy 2026 Forum, an international scientific event held for the first time in Iraq, with wide participation from higher education leaders and academics from Iraq and abroad. The opening ceremony was attended by the Representative of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Undersecretary for Administrative Affairs Prof. Dr. Adnan Al-Jumaili, the President of EURAS and President of Istanbul Aydın University Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydin, and the President of Al-Mustaqbal University Prof. Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi, along with a large number of Iraqi university presidents, vice presidents, deans, professors, and researchers. The forum commenced with a speech delivered on behalf of the University President by the Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision Prof. Dr. Mudhaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairy, who emphasized that hosting this international forum reflects the university’s advanced academic standing and its leading role in promoting scientific dialogue, international openness, and strategic partnerships. He noted that the forum is held amid rapid global transformations in higher education, particularly in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, quality assurance, and sustainability, which call for rethinking educational models and building next-generation universities. In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Mustafa Aydin expressed his appreciation to Al-Mustaqbal University for hosting the forum, stressing that EURAS Academy serves as an effective platform for strengthening academic cooperation and building bridges between universities in Iraq, Turkey, Europe, and Asia. Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Adnan Al-Jumaili highlighted the importance of international partnerships in advancing higher education and enhancing educational quality through global best practices. The forum is held under the theme “Quality, Sustainability, and Global Partnerships: Transforming Higher Education in the Middle East and North Africa”, and includes dialogue sessions addressing governance, strategic leadership, digital transformation, artificial intelligence, internationalization, academic mobility, sustainability pathways, and green campus models. The opening also featured an artistic performance showcasing the civilization of Mesopotamia across the ages, reflecting Iraq’s rich cultural heritage and historical role in the advancement of human knowledge. In statements to the media, Prof. Dr. Hasan Shakir Majdi affirmed that hosting this forum underscores Al-Mustaqbal University’s commitment to strengthening cross-border academic partnerships and contributing to shaping the future of higher education in Iraq and the region.
Al-Mustaqbal University welcomed in Baghdad Professor Dr. Mustafa Aydin, President of the Asian Universities Union and Istanbul Aydin University, along with the accompanying delegation, in preparation for the EURAS Academy Academic Forum, scheduled to take place tomorrow, Thursday, 29/1/2026. The delegation was received by Professor Dr. Mudhaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairy, Academic Supervisor, and Dr. Samir Badrawi, Director of the Department of Cultural Relations at Al-Mustaqbal University. The convening of this forum comes within the framework of enhancing regional and international cooperation and leveraging international academic platforms to advance education and scientific research, in a manner that serves the interests of the university and the academic community in Iraq and the region.
Under the patronage of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, and in cooperation with the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS), Al-Mustaqbal University is organizing the international forum “EURASIA ACADEMY” on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 9:00 a.m., at the Al-Mustaqbal University campus, with the participation of Turkish, European, and Asian universities, aiming to enhance international academic cooperation.
The Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research for Administrative Affairs, Professor Dr. Adnan Al-Jumaili, received in his office at the Ministry headquarters Professor Dr. Mustafa Aydin, President of Istanbul Aydin University and President of the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS). He was accompanied by Professor Dr. Mudhaffar Sadiq Al-Zuhairy, Director of Scientific and Academic Supervision at Al-Mustaqbal University, and Dr. Samir Badrawi, Director of Cultural Relations at the University. During the meeting, discussions focused on ways to enhance academic and scientific cooperation between Iraqi universities and the Eurasian Universities Union, and on expanding international partnerships to support the quality of higher education and the exchange of institutional expertise. This meeting comes ahead of the launch of EURAS Academy 2026, which is organized and hosted by Al-Mustaqbal University in partnership with Istanbul Aydin University and the Eurasian Universities Union (EURAS) on 29 January, reflecting the University’s advanced standing and its active role in the international academic arena.
In a strategic move to enhance its academic standing and open global opportunities for its graduates, Al-Mustaqbal University has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) to launch a hosted research-based PhD program in advanced engineering disciplines. The MoU was signed by Prof. Dr. Hasan Shaker Majdi, President of Al-Mustaqbal University, and Prof. Dr. Shahril Azmin Sundi, Dean of the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering at USM. The program focuses on key specializations that align with labor market needs and technological advancements, including: • Communications Engineering • Computer Engineering • Control and Automation • Microelectronics • Power Systems and Electrical Machines Under the agreement, USM will be responsible for student admissions, supervision, and awarding the degree, while Al-Mustaqbal University will serve as the host institution for the program. The collaboration includes the following key elements: • Joint Supervision: PhD students will be co-supervised by faculty members from both universities, with opportunities for visiting professors to foster research collaboration. • Global Standards: Students are required to meet the academic and research requirements in accordance with USM regulations. • Scientific Publication: Students must publish their research in reputable international journals indexed in the Web of Science or Scopus, contributing to the international ranking and visibility of both universities. Partnership Goals The five-year agreement aims to: • Equip students with advanced research skills and deep theoretical knowledge. • Promote knowledge exchange and technology transfer between Iraq and Malaysia. • Generate high-quality research outputs that support institutional development and innovation. This collaboration embodies the principles of integration and mutual benefit, aiming to share educational resources to continuously enhance the quality of higher education and scientific research.
Al-Mustaqbal University has completed its final preparations to host the international EURAS Academy 2026, during a coordination meeting chaired by the University President, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, with the participation of university vice presidents, deans, department directors, and administrative staff. The meeting reviewed the scientific program of the forum, session themes, task distribution among committees, and the readiness of technical and logistical support to ensure the success of this major international academic event. The University President emphasized the importance of teamwork and unified efforts to present the forum in a manner befitting Al-Mustaqbal University’s academic standing, noting that EURAS Academy 2026 is the first event of its kind to be hosted by an Iraqi university. This step reflects the university’s commitment to strengthening international academic dialogue, expanding global partnerships, and supporting the development of higher education in Iraq and the region.