The American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) was pleased to welcome H.E. Irfan Siddiq OBE, British Ambassador to Iraq, and Holly Vare, British Consul General in Erbil, for a visit focused on strengthening academic and entrepreneurial collaboration and expanding opportunities for students and youth.

Discussions explored scholarship opportunities and ways to empower young people through education, innovation, and entrepreneurship. The conversation also highlighted AUIS’s role in preparing highly qualified graduates with the knowledge, skills, and critical thinking needed to succeed professionally, serve their communities, and contribute to Iraq’s development.

The visit provided an opportunity to exchange ideas on partnerships that connect education with community and professional needs, creating pathways for young people to develop their potential and make a meaningful and lasting impact.

The visit reflects AUIS’s continued commitment to building meaningful international collaborations that expand opportunities for its students and youth, strengthen academic and professional excellence, and contribute to the communities it serves.