Iraq eager to utilize Iran’s experiences to develop scientific, technological infrastructure: Minister
Iraq is eager to utilize Iran’s valuable experiences to develop its scientific and technological infrastructure, said Iraq’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Naeem al-Aboudi in a recent meeting with the Iranian Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Hossein Simaei Saraf.
both officials emphasized the importance of enhancing academic collaboration between their countries, IRNA reported.
Simaei Saraf expressed Iran’s readiness to share its expertise in establishing science and technology parks and promoting the exchange of students and professors.
During their discussions in Baghdad, the two ministers highlighted the necessity of creating joint educational programs tailored to meet Iraq’s scientific and research needs.
Al-Aboudi reiterated the call for increased exchanges, stating that fostering relationships between universities would benefit both nations.
He identified the development of science and technology parks as a key priority for Iraq, recognizing Iran’s achievements in this area as a model to follow.
The meeting underscores the significant role that Iraqi graduates from Iranian universities play in bolstering scientific and cultural ties, with Al-Aboudi referring to them as “ambassadors of science and culture.”
The discussions took place ahead of the Second Iran-Iraq Science Week, which is being held at the University of Karbala from January 18 to 20.