Marking the start of the 2026-2027 academic year on Sunday, Al-Zaidi extended his sincere greetings to students across all educational stages as they embark on a fresh journey toward knowledge, while commending administrative staff, teachers, and university professors throughout the entire educational community. In an official post, Al-Zaidi reiterated the firm commitment to upgrading educational infrastructure and advancing learning environments, stressing that human development forms the foundational pillar for building the new Iraq. He noted that schools and universities represent the true factories of tomorrow, cultivating generations capable of rebuilding the nation, while emphasizing that every advancement in education is an investment in Iraq's future.