Professor Dr. Mahmoud Abdul-Razzaq Al-Saadi, President of University of Al-Maarif, participated in (THE World Academic Summit 2025), hosted by King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Jeddah, under the theme:
“Universities as Agents of Progress.”
This year’s summit discussed the role of universities as drivers of scientific, social, and economic advancement, and how higher education institutions can lead digital transformation, foster innovation, and support sustainable development. The sessions also addressed topics such as artificial intelligence in education and research, youth empowerment, and international collaboration among universities.
Dr. Al-Saadi emphasized that Al-Maarif University’s participation in this summit aligns with its vision to enhance international academic cooperation and engage with leading global university experiences. He affirmed the university’s aspiration to become one of the fourth-generation universities that integrate education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship—contributing to the development of higher education and scientific research in Iraq and the wider region.
