Tishk International University

International Workshop on the European Migration Crisis

2025-08-31T09:24:55+03:00

On April 20, 2025, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University hosted a thought-provoking international workshop titled “Migration Crisis in Europe,” which gathered scholars, experts, and students to discuss one of the most pressing global challenges of our time. The workshop aimed to provide valuable insights into the historical background of the migration crisis in Europe, the plight of migrants, and their significant contributions. Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department, delivered the welcome address and introduced the distinguished speaker, Prof. Fuad Jomma from the University of Szczecin, Poland. Dr. Mustafa also [...]

International Workshop on the European Migration Crisis2025-08-31T09:24:55+03:00

Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa Meets Renowned Middle East Scholar Prof. Charles Tripp in London

2025-08-31T09:20:44+03:00

London, 18 March 2025 – Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department and a distinguished researcher in Middle Eastern politics, recently met with Prof. Charles Tripp, a leading expert in political studies and Middle East affairs, at the Royal Academy of Arts in Piccadilly, London. This meeting marked a significant reunion, as the two scholars reconnected after more than 15 years. Prof. Tripp served as the course leader and dissertation supervisor for Dr. Mustafa during his MA in Near and Middle Eastern Studies at the School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, [...]

Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa Meets Renowned Middle East Scholar Prof. Charles Tripp in London2025-08-31T09:20:44+03:00

Scientific Trip to Department of Foreign Relations

2025-08-31T09:14:30+03:00

On February 25, 2025, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University organized a scientific visit to the Department of Foreign Relations (DFR) of the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), Iraq. The trip included second, third, and fourth-grade students and several faculty members. The team, led by the Head of Department, Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, was warmly received by the Adviser of the Department of Foreign Relations, Dr. Saman Sorani, and the Head of the Department, Mr. Safeen Dizayee. Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa introduced the IRD team to the DFR officials, explaining that the purpose of the visit was [...]

Scientific Trip to Department of Foreign Relations2025-08-31T09:14:30+03:00

International Workshop on Research and Economic Development

2025-08-31T09:12:15+03:00

On February 19, 2025, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department, Finance and Banking Department, and Accounting Department, in collaboration with the Korean Corner, organized an engaging international workshop titled "The Relationship Between Research and Economic Development." The event gathered distinguished experts and academics to explore the critical connections between research and economic development, with a specific focus on the lessons to be learned from the Asian tigers: Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, and Taiwan. Insights from a Diplomat and a Development Expert The workshop aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of how academic research can inform and contribute to sustainable [...]

International Workshop on Research and Economic Development2025-08-31T09:12:15+03:00

National Workshop on Human Rights and Academic Institutions

2025-08-31T09:08:20+03:00

On February 20, 2025, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University proudly organized a national workshop titled "How Human Rights are Related to Academic and Scientific Institutions, and How Can We Recognize Human Rights?" The event provided valuable insights into the crucial intersection of human rights and academia, exploring how universities and research centers play a vital role in promoting and upholding these fundamental rights. Discussions on the Primacy of Human Rights The workshop was moderated by Mr. Bayad Sarwar Abdullah, who introduced the distinguished speaker, Mr. Mohammed Saber, a respected sociologist and Director of Public Awareness [...]

National Workshop on Human Rights and Academic Institutions2025-08-31T09:08:20+03:00

Tishk International University Hosts Thought-Provoking Workshop on the Controversy of Islamic Banking

2025-08-31T09:02:28+03:00

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Tishk International University’s Departments of International Relations and Diplomacy, Accounting, and Banking and Finance jointly hosted an engaging international workshop titled “The Controversy of the So-Called Islamic Banks.” The event provided a platform for students, academics, clerics, journalists, and business professionals to engage in insightful discussions and debates on this complex topic. A Critical Look at Islamic Finance The workshop was led by Mr. Shwan Zangana, an expert in Islamic Finance, and was moderated by Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department. In the first session, Mr. Zangana outlined the [...]

Tishk International University Hosts Thought-Provoking Workshop on the Controversy of Islamic Banking2025-08-31T09:02:28+03:00

International Relations and Diplomacy Department Participates in Human Rights Conference

2025-08-31T08:25:37+03:00

On December 10, 2024, coinciding with the anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Relations and Diplomacy (IRD) Department at Tishk International University took part in an international conference organized by the Independent Commission for Human Rights in the Kurdistan Region-Iraq. The event, themed “Together to Promote Human Rights in the Kurdistan Region,” was held at the Erbil Rotana Hotel and ran from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Conference Highlights and Key Discussions Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the IRD Department, attended the conference along with ten students from the department. The program began with an [...]

International Relations and Diplomacy Department Participates in Human Rights Conference2025-08-31T08:25:37+03:00

International Workshop on British Post-Brexit Migration Policy: A Legal Perspective

2025-08-31T08:21:58+03:00

On December 3, 2024, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University organized an International Workshop on the British Migration Policy: A Legal Perspective. The workshop aimed to enlighten participants about the historical background of migration, the plight of migrants, their contributions, and the British migration policy after Brexit from a legal standpoint. The President of Tishk International University, Prof. Dr. Sultan Abu Orabi, delivered the welcome address, and Mr. Dana Sajadi served as the moderator. The workshop was organized to celebrate this year's International Migrants Day and aligns with UN Sustainable Development Goal 16: Peace, Justice and [...]

International Workshop on British Post-Brexit Migration Policy: A Legal Perspective2025-08-31T08:21:58+03:00

National Workshop on Human Rights and Minority Issues

2025-08-31T08:20:00+03:00

On November 27, 2024, the International Relations and Diplomacy Department at Tishk International University, in collaboration with the International Relations Department at the Catholic University in Erbil, organized a "National Workshop on Human Rights and Minority Issues in the Kurdistan Region." The workshop aimed to enlighten participants about the crucial importance of protecting human rights and addressing minority issues within the region. Mr. Muhammed Ebrahimi, Head of the International Relations Department at the Catholic University in Erbil, delivered the welcome address and served as the moderator for the event. Workshop Sessions and Key Insights The workshop was structured into two [...]

National Workshop on Human Rights and Minority Issues2025-08-31T08:20:00+03:00

Learning from British Democracy at Rudaw Research Centre

2025-08-31T08:13:50+03:00

Dr. Mohammad Salih Mustafa, Head of the International Relations and Diplomacy Department, was invited by the Rudaw Research Centre to participate in a seminar titled "The British Election and Democracy Experience." The seminar featured Mr. Cllr Mohammad Bakhtiar, Council Member for the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea, as the keynote speaker. Held on October 1st, 2024, the event brought together a distinguished group of politicians, academics, and journalists, fostering insightful discussions on the dynamics of British democracy and its broader implications for global governance. A Call to Study the British Model In a brief but impactful comment, Dr. Mohammad [...]

Learning from British Democracy at Rudaw Research Centre2025-08-31T08:13:50+03:00
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