On February 10, 2026, a high-level delegation from the University of Zakho, headed by the President of the University, Dr. Diyar A. Saeed, paid an official visit to Soran University. The visiting delegation was warmly received by the President of Soran University, Dr. Sherwan S. Qurtas, along with members of the University Council.

Themes of the Meeting and Objectives of the Visit:

During a formal meeting, the President of Soran University expressed his appreciation for the visit, he underscored that enhanced coordination and closer cooperation between universities would serve as a strong incentive for delivering improved services to society and contributing to national development.

For his part, the President of the University of Zakho extended his gratitude for the warm reception and emphasized that joint collaboration constitutes a fundamental factor in advancing higher education processes and elevating academic standards across the Region.

Exchange of Digital and Strategic Expertise:

As part of the visit’s agenda, several academic themes were presented:

• Soran University highlighted its institutional strategy and shared its experience in implementing a digital registration system.
• The University of Zakho outlined its strategic plans, international programmes, and its newly established digital system dedicated to alumni affairs.

Outcomes and Agreements:

Both sides reaffirmed the importance of sustained coordination in the following areas:

• Benefiting from technological expertise, particularly in the digitalization of university administration.
• Science in the service of society, with an emphasis on ensuring that academic research maintains a practical foundation aimed at addressing societal challenges.
• Strengthening academic relations through continued exchange of knowledge and expertise across various disciplines.

The visit concluded with a shared commitment to expanding institutional cooperation and reinforcing academic partnerships between the two universities.