forum on November 2, 2021 at Salahadin Social and Cultural center. Dr. Ahmad Anwar, chairman of COI, Dr. Aram, minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr. Fatah, deputy minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research attended the event. In addition, around 150 other high ranking officials were also attended the event including Dr. Alan Hama Saaed. Minister of education, Dr. Jutyar Adel, the chairman of the department of Media and information, Omer Xoshnaw, Erbil mayor as well as many other officials from KRI government departments.
The opening speech delivered by Dr. Ahmad, chairman of COI, in which he highlighted the significance of holding such a forum and vital role of universities in developing communities and the urgency of research integrity. He also thanked UNDP for their continuous cooperation. Other speeches were delivered by Dr. Abdulfatah, deputy minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research as well as UNDP representative Jim Sawatzky.
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