Assist. Prof. Dr. Omran Omer Ali from the University of Duhok has recently completed an intensive academic program on U.S. Foreign Policy, hosted by the University of Delaware and supported by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. This six-week Institute on U.S. Foreign Policy, held from June 14 to July 24, 2024, provided Dr. Ali and 17 other international scholars with a comprehensive understanding of U.S. foreign policy, including its historical evolution, key influencers, and contemporary issues such as climate change, artificial intelligence, and international security.

The program involved in-depth discussions, seminars, and roundtables at prestigious institutions like Yale, Princeton, and Columbia Universities, as well as engagements with renowned think tanks and research institutes. Dr. Ali's participation underscores the University of Duhok’s commitment to fostering global academic exchanges and deepening scholarly expertise on international policy matters.