The Basra University for Oil and Gas Council discusses launching a project to transform universities into productive institutions.

The University of Basra for Oil and Gas Council held its special session to discuss launching the project to transform into productive universities on Thursday morning, November 5, 2026. The session was attended by the President of the University of Basra for Oil and Gas, Professor Dr. Muhammad Halil Hafez Al-Kaabi, and the esteemed members of the Council. The Council hosted the directors of the Continuing Education Center, the Consulting Office, and the departments of Electronic Computing, Administrative and Financial Affairs, Auditing and Control, Legal Affairs, Construction and Projects, and the website manager. The meeting was held in line with the directives of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research to develop the performance of Iraqi universities and enhance their role in serving the national economy and sustainable development, and to invest their available capabilities in scientific, human, and research aspects in producing knowledge and innovative solutions. The meeting also discussed the university's readiness and ability to transform into a productive university model, which contributes to identifying available opportunities. During the meeting, the level of readiness was discussed, as well as the importance of relying on projects that elevate the university and enhance its contribution to development and the knowledge-based economy, with a detailed review of the specialized advantages of the university's various colleges and departments.