Professor Dr. Sultan Abu Orabi, President of Tishk International University, delivered a distinguished scientific lecture at Yarmouk University in Jordan on July 29^th 2026 as the keynote speaker at a high-level academic seminar entitled “Higher Education and Scientific Research in the Arab World: Reality and Prospects.”

The event was held under the patronage of Professor Dr. Malek Ahmad Al-Shrairi, President of Yarmouk University, and was organized by the Samir Al-Rifai Chair for Jordanian Studies. The seminar brought together university leaders, academics, researchers, and higher education stakeholders to discuss the current status and future directions of higher education and scientific research across the Arab region.

During his lecture, Professor Dr. Sultan Abu Orabi shared his extensive experience in higher education leadership, highlighting the importance of strengthening academic quality, advancing scientific research, promoting innovation, and expanding regional and international collaboration among universities. He also addressed the opportunities and challenges facing higher education institutions in the Arab world, emphasizing the need for strategic partnerships and sustainable investment in research to support national and regional development.

Professor Dr. Abu Orabi’s participation reflects his distinguished academic career and his continued contribution to the advancement of higher education in the region. In addition to serving as the President of Tishk International University, he previously served as the Secretary-General of the Association of Arab Universities and as President of Yarmouk University, where he played a significant role in promoting academic excellence and regional cooperation.

Tishk International University takes pride in its President’s participation in this prestigious academic event, which reinforces the University’s commitment to fostering academic leadership, research excellence, and meaningful engagement with leading institutions across the Arab world. The University remains dedicated to strengthening international partnerships and contributing to the development of higher education through knowledge exchange, innovation, and collaborative research.

This participation further reflects Tishk International University’s vision of being an internationally connected institution that actively contributes to shaping the future of higher education and scientific research at both the regional and global levels.

keywords: Tishk International University, Yarmouk University, Higher Education and Scientific Research, Arab Universities Cooperation, and Academic Leadership.