Media Directorate of Higher Education and Scientific Research: On Tuesday, June 26, 2018, Dr. Yousif Goran-Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research stated that the ministry works on giving universities more independence, administrational and financial. This statement was made during a meeting of the ministry. It is worthwhile to mention that the meeting dealt with several issues related to the economic crisis and the completion of projects, the university calendar, the electronic system for students affairs, acceptance of students in universities, approval of some decisions and requirements. For more information, please visit the official website of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.