Duhok, Iraq | October 28, 2026
Dr. Nawar Al-Saadi, Director of the Research and Consultation Center at Cihan University–Duhok, participated in the 3rd Iraq Education Conference, held in Baghdad under the theme “From Education to Development: Global Partnerships and Universities Shaping the Future.”
The conference brought together the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, parliamentary representatives, government officials, university leaders, academics, researchers, and international experts to discuss the future of higher education in Iraq and its role in supporting national development.
The conference addressed several strategic themes, including international academic partnerships, the advancement of scientific research and innovation, the alignment of university graduates’ skills with labour market requirements, digital transformation in higher education, and strengthening cooperation between universities, government institutions, the private sector, and international organizations.
Dr. Al-Saadi’s participation reflects Cihan University–Duhok’s commitment to strengthening its academic and research engagement at the national level, expanding institutional cooperation, and promoting the role of research and knowledge in addressing Iraq’s economic and developmental challenges.
The conference also emphasized the importance of transforming universities into productive institutions by promoting applied research, encouraging innovation and entrepreneurship, and establishing strategic partnerships that connect higher education with the priorities of sustainable development.
