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As part of the vibrant cultural program marking the opening of the 3rd International AL-Mustaqbal Sustainability Week 2025, AL-Mustaqbal University hosted a spectacular folkloric fashion show presented by the Iraqi Fashion House. The show featured traditional Iraqi attire spanning various historical periods—from ancient civilizations to the modern era—showcasing the country’s deep cultural heritage and artistic legacy. The fashion show was held on the sidelines of the festival’s opening ceremony, which is organized under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and under the direct supervision of Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi, President of Future University. The festival runs from April 16 to 24 and has drawn a wide audience from across Iraq and beyond, including officials, academics, and cultural figures. The performance brought to life vivid scenes of Iraqi identity through a dynamic display of traditional garments that reflected key historical stages. It was a celebration of authenticity, artistry, and heritage that added a powerful cultural dimension to the festival’s opening and was met with great admiration and enthusiastic engagement from attendees. Among the distinguished guests were the representative of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Prof. Dr. Ameen Al-Yasiri, President of the University of Babylon; Mr. Adnan Fayhan Al-Dulaimi, Governor of Babylon; Mr. Asaad Al-Muslawi, Chairman of the Babylon Provincial Council; and Prof. Dr. Kenan Ahmet, President of Alanya Alaaddin Keykubat University in Turkey, along with other university presidents, deans, researchers, and students. Speaking to the university media, Prof. Dr. Hassan Shaker Majdi highlighted that this year’s festival coincides with the 15th anniversary of the founding of Al-Mustaqbal College and the first anniversary of its transformation into Future University. He emphasized that cultural and artistic events, including the folkloric fashion show, reflect the university’s commitment to integrating educational, social, and cultural dimensions in its journey toward becoming a truly sustainable university. For his part, Mr. Adnan Fayhan Al-Dulaimi, Governor of Babylon, praised the organizational efforts and unique events, commending the university’s role in promoting national culture alongside education and community development.