The Council of Opinion at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research reassured all employees of its institutions that the Cabinet decision does not, in any way, affect university service allowances granted to full-time university service staff in accordance with the law.

The Council clarified that the decision does not impact the allowances granted under the provisions of Paragraphs (First) and (Second) of Article (14) of the University Service Law for both technical and administrative employees. It further emphasized that the content of Paragraph (7) of Cabinet Decision No. (40) of 2026 is fully consistent with the legal texts stipulated in the University Service Law, which remains in force.

The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the entitlements of its employees, whether at the Ministry headquarters or across Iraqi universities, in accordance with applicable legal frameworks and approved legislation.