Scientific Discussion

A PhD thesis discussion titled “Elements of State Power and their Utilization in Achieving National Interest: Iraq after 2005 as a Model” was held at the College of Political Science, Al-Nahrain University, for the researcher Ali Murad Kazem. The thesis aims to analyze the elements of state power in Iraq after 2005 and study ways to utilize them in achieving national interest, focusing on political, economic, security, and social dimensions, and mechanisms to invest them in supporting sustainable development and enhancing stability in the country. The thesis reached several conclusions and recommendations, most notably the need to adopt strategic policies to utilize elements of power in an integrated manner and work to overcome structural and administrative challenges that hinder the maximum benefit from these elements in supporting Iraq’s stability and advancement. The discussion committee consisted of:

• Prof. Dr. Ahmad Abdullah Nahi – Chairman
• Prof. Dr. Kazem Ali Mahdi – Member
• Prof. Dr. Saddam Abdul Sattar Rashid – Member
• Prof. Dr. Ali Faris Hamid – Member
• Assistant Prof. Dr. Hisham Izz al-Din Majid Ali – Member
• Prof. Dr. Firas Abdul Karim Muhammad – Member and Supervisor