Hussein Simayi, in a meeting with Yasser Abdul Zahra Al-Hajjaj, the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq in Iran, referred to the education of 50,000 Iraqi students in the country's universities and stated that these students have traveled to Iran with the aim of acquiring knowledge. He also emphasized the importance of removing travel barriers and the problems these students face.
Education and Scientific Interactions
Hussein Simayi, referring to the historical and cultural relations between Iran and Iraq, said: "Iran has always been recognized as a leading country in scientific and educational fields for Iraqi students." He added that these students are studying in various fields and stated: "These educational opportunities can help strengthen relations between the two countries further."
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Removing Barriers and Facilitating Travel
Simayi further pointed to the travel barriers that Iraqi students face and stated that efforts are underway to address these issues. He clarified that the two countries are cooperating to facilitate administrative and legal processes for the travel of these students so that they can continue their education without any obstacles.
Meanwhile, Yasser Abdul Zahra Al-Hajjaj also highlighted the importance of studying in Iran for Iraqi youth during this meeting, saying: "With its reputable universities and diverse educational programs, Iran can be considered an ideal destination for Iraqi students."
In conclusion, Simayi and Al-Hajjaj emphasized the necessity of continuing scientific and cultural cooperation between the two countries and expressed hope that with the removal of barriers, the number of Iraqi students in Iran would increase and these interactions would strengthen the relations between the two countries.
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