During a joint press conference with the Governor of Kirkuk, Mr. Rakan Saeed Al-Jubouri, His Excellency, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr.  Naeem Abd Yaser Al-Aboudi reviewed supporting university institutions and their strategic projects in the province.

Dr. Al-Aboudi stressed on the importance of institutional integration between the university and the Governorate and achieving the highest level of response to the requirements of sustainable development.

His Excellency urged on more effective contribution to provide climates responsible for community service, meet the necessary needs in the fields of specialized academic services and provide consultations that would improve the level of public services in Kirkuk Governorate.

For his part, Mr. Al-Jubouri welcomed the visit of His Excellency, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr.  Naeem Abd Yaser Al-Aboudi to the province and appreciated His Excellency follow-up to its university and projects and to stand on indicators of academic performance and levels of direct engagement in the provision of educational services.

It is worth mentioning that the joint press conference was attended by a number of its personalities and the President of the University of Kirkuk, Dr. Imran Jamal Hassan.