The University of Shatrah Council holds its second session for the academic year 2026–2027 in the presence of the Chairman of the Parliamentary Higher Education Committee

On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, the Council of the University of Shatrah held its second session for the academic year 2026-2027, headed by the President of the University, Professor Dr. Basem Abdul Hussein Al-Ghazi, and in the presence of the Chairman of the Parliamentary Higher Education Committee in the Iraqi Parliament, Dr. Adel Al-Rikabi, and members of the Council, to discuss a number of academic and administrative files, and discuss ways to develop institutional performance and advance the educational process at the university.

The session began by emphasizing the importance of strengthening scientific and academic cooperation with universities in countries neighboring Iraq, which allows the exchange of expertise and experiences, contributes to the development of study and research programs, and opens broader horizons for joint scientific partnerships, in line with the university’s directions towards strengthening its academic presence and expanding its scientific relations.

The session witnessed the discussion of a number of topics on the agenda, most notably the plan to determine the needs for postgraduate studies inside Iraq, and the proposal to create a science and technology parks unit, in addition to examining the job description for the University of Shatrah, and discussing the possibility of reducing tuition fees for a number of students, in accordance with the controls and instructions in force, and taking into account the approved legal and administrative contexts.

For his part, the presence of Dr. Adel Al-Rikabi, Chairman of the Parliamentary Higher Education Committee, provided an opportunity to review the most prominent files and issues presented in the Council, and to discuss the challenges and needs facing university institutions, within the framework of strengthening communication between the legislative and academic authorities, and supporting efforts aimed at developing the higher education sector and improving its outcomes.