The Acting Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Dr Abdul Hussein Al-Mousawi, chaired a meeting of the Opinion Board attended by senior ministry officials and presidents of public universities.

During the meeting, the Minister emphasised that investigative committees within the Ministry's institutions are established on ethical and legal grounds to correct practices, uphold institutional justice, and strengthen integrity and fairness. He stressed that these committees serve to protect institutions, regulate procedures, and address shortcomings within the applicable legal framework.

The Minister affirmed that the Ministry would not allow such committees to be used to settle personal scores or undermine the rights of academic and administrative staff. He also stressed that job security, professional dignity, and respect for the legal rights of university staff remain firmly established principles and key administrative and ethical priorities for the Ministry.