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Al-Mustaqbal University hosted, on Sunday, May 10, 2026, a high-level delegation from the executive and legislative local government in Babylon Province, headed by the Governor of Babylon, Mr. Ali Turki Al-Jamali, in the presence of the Chairman of the Babylon Provincial Council, Mr. Asaad Al-Muslmawi, Iraqi Member of Parliament Mr. Riyadh Adai, the Deputy Governor of Babylon, Mr. Ala’a Al-Araji, a number of Provincial Council members, and several directors of service departments, including the Directors of Municipalities, Sewage, and Environment in Babylon. The visit came as part of strengthening cooperation between Al-Mustaqbal University and local government institutions to support sustainable development pathways and promote the concept of green cities. The meeting was held at the “Future Arab Sustainable House” and the “Sustainable Development Laboratory (SDG-LAB),” which serve as academic platforms for innovation and the development of sustainable solutions. The discussions focused on key themes, including the development of green communities in Babylon through the adoption of environmentally friendly practices in energy, water, and transportation sectors, increasing green spaces, and enhancing environmental awareness. The participants also explored mechanisms to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 11 related to sustainable cities and communities. The meeting also emphasized the importance of strengthening partnerships between the university and local government through joint research projects, training programs, knowledge exchange, and awareness activities aimed at supporting environmental and development plans in the province. The President of Al-Mustaqbal University expressed his appreciation for the visit, affirming the university’s commitment to utilizing its scientific and research capabilities to serve society and achieve sustainable development goals. Meanwhile, the delegation from Babylon praised the university’s leading role and its efforts in supporting environmental and development initiatives, expressing their readiness to enhance joint cooeration. This visit represents an important step toward building a sustainable development model for Babylon Province, based on integration between academic and governmental institutions to achieve a greener and more prosperous future.