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The President of the University of Shatrah, Professor Dr. Bassem Abdul Hussein Jarallah, participated in the opinion body meeting today, Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at the Ministry’s headquarters. The meeting was chaired by the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Haider Bahaa Al-Hassani, in the presence of the advanced staff and the presidents of public universities.
His Excellency the Minister of Education affirmed that the Ministry is continuing to perform its scientific and service responsibilities, care for students, provide the requirements for their academic success, and develop the higher education system in line with the requirements of the current stage, pointing to the importance of shifting towards a productive university and expanding the horizons of leadership, innovation, and partnership with various sectors.
The members of the opinion body discussed the topics on the agenda and proposals related to developing university performance and voted to organize a peaceful protest tomorrow, Thursday, in universities in response to the call of Mr. Muqtada al-Sadr (may God bless him) in rejection of the decision to ban the hijab in educational institutions in Azerbaijan, provided that the protest is limited to a few minutes and in a manner that does not conflict with the academic curriculum, with an emphasis not to raise any pictures or flags, except for the Iraqi flag. The opinion body also agreed to invite veiled Azerbaijani female students to study in Iraqi universities within the academic admission channels and the approved Study in Iraq initiative, including the free scholarship channel.
In the context of regulating university admission procedures, the Authority approved reducing admission rates for some specializations within evening studies in public and private universities, provided that the Department of Studies, Planning and Follow-up is responsible for implementing the necessary procedures in this regard.
The authority decided to amend university examination instructions No. (11) of 2026 in a way that contributes to streamlining the examination process.
The opinion panel also agreed to grant university councils the authority to decide on transfer and hosting requests in accordance with the approved controls and in coordination with the deanships of the relevant colleges and within the narrowest limits required by the educational interest.
The opinion panel also discussed the shift towards a productive university, and developing mechanisms for investing in university capabilities in a way that enhances the role of educational institutions in serving society and development.
The opinion panel discussed granting university councils the authority to handle critical cases for the academic year (2026-2027) and not to exceed one grade, in accordance with the approved controls and instructions.
The Authority also stressed the continued strengthening of the independence of universities, and taking the necessary measures in this regard in line with the applicable legal and administrative frameworks, in addition to emphasizing that the extension of service be exclusively for teaching purposes, and not adopting the extension period for the purposes of filling positions, in addition to taking other decisions related to developing institutional performance and organizing university affairs.
Following his participation in the meeting, the President of the University of Shatrah, Professor Dr. Bassem Abdul Hussein Jarallah, confirmed that the meetings of the opinion body represent an important stage for unifying visions and coordinating efforts between the Ministry of Higher Education and Iraqi universities, which contributes to enhancing academic and administrative performance and consolidating the principles of governance and institutional justice. He added that the University of Shatrah is keen to translate the ministry’s directives into work programs and initiatives that contribute to improving the educational process and community service.
