We extend our warmest congratulations to the University of Basrah on this outstanding global achievement, ranking second among Iraqi public and private universities in the 2026 WURI Ranking and Awards. This ranking measures the innovation, creativity, and societal impact of universities worldwide, and places the university among the top 25% globally.
This accomplishment is a culmination of the tremendous efforts exerted by the university's leadership and all its constituents—faculty, researchers, students, and staff—in fostering a culture of innovation, academic excellence, and community service. This reflects the esteemed academic standing that the University of Basrah holds both locally and internationally.
A thousand congratulations to our prestigious university on this well-deserved distinction, with our sincere wishes for continued brilliance and further successes and achievements on the international stage.
Professor Dr.
Muhannad Jawad Al-Asadi
President of the University of Basrah
