LTU President and Iraqi Prime Minister Meet to Discuss Engineering Education

The presence of tech, specifically Lawrence Technological University (LTU), is growing in Iraq. On a recent visit to the metro Detroit area, the Iraqi prime minister, Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani, had the opportunity to speak with LTU’s president Dr. Tarek Sobh about the university’s agreement with the American University in Baghdad (AUIB).

“This pivotal encounter underscores Lawrence Technological University’s commitment to global education and transformative international partnerships,” Sobh said of the meeting. “We look forward to the economic contributions and knowledge impact this vibrant collaboration will bring.”

LTU helped create a new College of Engineering at AUIB, supported in part by the U.S. Department of State. “This initiative will not only enhance academic and research opportunities but also set a global standard in engineering education and research,” Sobh said. “The prime minister has graciously extended the support of the Iraqi government for this transformative project, emphasizing the shared vision and commitment towards educational and research excellence.”

Sobh also credited the Chaldean American Chamber of Commerce and its president, LTU Board of Trustees member Martin Manna, for their role in the AUIB collaboration, as well as the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Washington, Iraqi ambassador to the United States Nazar Al Khirullah, the Iraqi Consulate General in Detroit, the Consul General of Iraq in Detroit Muhamad Hassan S. Muhamad, and the Prime Minister‘s Office, Republic of Iraq.

– Techcentury.com