Ömer Çomaklı, the Rector of Atatürk University, has recently organized an academic visit to Iraq, in addition to his recent visits to Azerbaijan, Poland, and Lithuania. Çomaklı has signed cooperation protocols with numerous universities within the New Generation University Design and Transformation Project.

During the four-day visit, Çomaklı and his delegation will engage in cooperation meetings with a variety of universities in Iraq. The significance of these negotiations, which were initiated by Anbar University, lies in their potential to fortify bilateral relationships in both academic and cultural domains.

Cooperation discussions with Anbar University

Anbar University, the initial destination of the tour, is recognized as one of Iraq's most esteemed and distinguished educational institutions. The rector and academic staff of Anbar University, along with Çomaklı, signed a cooperation protocol between the two universities. The protocol encompasses student and academician exchange programs, collaborative research projects, and a variety of academic events. With this collaboration, it is intended to generate novel opportunities for academics and students in both Turkey and Iraq.

Meetings with Other Universities that Are Scheduled

The scope of Çomaklı's mission to Iraq will extend beyond Anbar University. Cooperation meetings will be conducted with Iraq's premier universities during the subsequent days of the visit. Issues such as the implementation of joint studies and projects in a variety of disciplines, the exchange of scientific publications, and the organization of joint seminars will be addressed during these meetings. Cooperation protocols will be signed to address the agreed-upon issues.

Pursuing the Enhancement of Academic and Cultural Relationships

The objective of Ömer Çomaklı's visit is to fortify both academic collaboration and cultural connections. The social and scientific advancement of both Turkey and Iraq will be facilitated by the establishment of cultural and educational relations. In this context, the visit program of Çomaklı encompasses a variety of social programs and cultural events.

Expectations and Significance of the Visit

The visit of Rector Prof. Dr. Ömer Çomaklı of Atatürk University to Iraq is regarded as a significant step toward the enhancement of cooperation between Turkey and Iraq in the field of higher education. These visits are essential for the development of new academic initiatives and the reinforcement of the friendship and cooperation between the two countries. Furthermore, these academic partnerships facilitate the acquisition of international experiences for both students and academics.

The objective is to optimize the academic potential of the two nations.

During an assessment of the subject, Rector Çomaklı stated, "At Atatürk University, we prioritize the development of global academic networks and international collaboration." In this context, our voyage to Iraq is not solely for the benefit of our university, but also to fortify the educational and cultural ties between Turkey and Iraq. We were able to take tangible measures to enhance the collaboration between the academic worlds of the two countries and to establish joint student and academician exchange programs during our meetings with Anbar University, which served as our initial stop. "We had productive meetings on issues such as research projects and scientific activities."

During the visit, Rector Çomaklı stated that they will assess the potential for collaboration with other reputable universities in Iraq. He further stated, "I am confident that our meetings with the leading universities in Iraq will be equally constructive and positive." "Our aim is to maximize the academic potential of both countries and to provide international experiences to our students."

CORPORATE COMMUNICATION DIRECTORATE – July 1, 2024