Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, received the Ambassador of the Russian Federation to Iraq, Mr. Elbrus Kutrashev. The two sides discussed prospects for bilateral cooperation in the fields of higher education and scientific research.

The Minister emphasized the Ministry’s commitment, along with its academic institutions, to strengthening partnerships with Russian universities and advancing academic and cultural exchange programs—particularly through the “Study in Iraq” initiative, which serves as a strategic gateway for attracting international students.

For his part, the Russian Ambassador expressed his country’s interest in expanding academic collaboration and praised the Ministry’s efforts in institutional development. He also welcomed the “Study in Iraq” program and affirmed his country’s readiness to coordinate on the admission of Russian students to Iraqi universities.

At the conclusion of the meeting, both sides agreed to enhance frameworks for mutual understanding, joint academic work, and institutional coordination in a manner that serves the educational and developmental goals of both friendly nations.