Opening of the Iraq Higher Education Conference 2025

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11 October 2025

Opening of the Iraq Higher Education Conference 2025

The session in Hall 1 will open with the national anthem and a recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by speeches from His Excellency the Minister, a representative of Times Higher Education, and a representative of Clarivate. The Research and Development Department will then host the Iraqi Science Day Awards Ceremony. Afterwards, the Minister will officially open the exhibition, concluding with a lunch break.

Speakers

Schedule

10:00
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National Anthem + Recitation of the Holy Quran
10:15
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Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi
Minister of Higher Education & Scientific Research
Speech by His Excellency the Minister
10:25
Mr. Phil Baty
Phil Baty
Times Higher Education (THE)
Speech by the Representative of Times Higher Education
10:35
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Speech by the Representative of Clarivate
10:45
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Research and Development Department
Iraqi Science Day Awards Ceremony
12:30
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Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi
Minister of Higher Education & Scientific Research
Opening of the Exhibition
01:00
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Lunch Break

Iraqi Higher Education

Institutions of higher education and scientific research in Iraq no longer confine their ambitions and academic programs to the local environment alone. Their vision has expanded, and today, they’re making their mark on the global academic stage. From international publications to rising positions in global rankings, the signs of progress are clear to anyone watching closely.

Notably, UNESCO has praised the significant transformation in the educational systems of Iraqi universities. What’s more, their active collaboration with United Nations programs on joint initiatives is having a real, tangible impact—especially in areas like training and skill development.