The global halal economy has reached a significant milestone, valued at $8 trillion over the past nine years, according to Aylin Sengul, coordinator of the World Halal Summit. Sengul spoke at the Halal Expo 2024 in Istanbul, where she highlighted the rapid growth of the sector. Organized by the Standards and Metrology Institute for Islamic…
Kuala Lumpur: Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged a unified global response to combat rising intolerance, racism, and Islamophobia. Speaking at the Strategic Vision Group: Russia-Islamic World meeting, he emphasized the importance of compassion, justice, and humanity in addressing these global challenges. Anwar highlighted the tragedies unfolding in Gaza and the rise of…
ISLAMABAD (APP): The Muslim World League (MWL) is set to launch a groundbreaking initiative to advance girls’ education through its International Partnerships for Education in Muslim Societies platform. This initiative will be unveiled at a global conference titled “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities: Challenges and Opportunities”, scheduled for January 11-12, 2025, in Islamabad. Under the…
Iran’s annual International Qur’an Contest has been recognized as the largest Qur’anic event globally, with participants from over 110 countries. According to Hamid Majidimehr, head of the Awqaf and Charity Affairs Organization’s Qur’anic Affairs Center, this competition surpasses other international Qur’anic contests, which typically see participation from no more than 70 countries. The 40th edition…
The recent regime change in Syria has positioned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as a key regional influencer, fulfilling his long-standing ambition of asserting Turkey’s leadership in the Muslim world. This moment comes after years of complex and shifting policies toward Syria, showcasing both Erdogan’s strategic acumen and the challenges ahead. From Ally to Adversary…
Canada’s demographic landscape has experienced a significant shift over the past two decades, marked by the remarkable growth of its Muslim population. Rapid Growth in Numbers According to Statistics Canada, the proportion of Muslims in Canada’s population more than doubled, rising from 2.0% in 2001 to 4.9% in 2021. This increase reflects not just a…
Iran is recognized as one of the top 10 nations possessing power-creating technologies, according to Seyyed Ahmad Fazelzadeh, President of the Islamic World Science Citation Center (ISC). Speaking during the visit of Peyman Jebeli, Head of Iran’s Broadcasting (IRIB) to the ISC, Fazelzadeh highlighted Iran’s impressive standing in global scientific advancements. As of 2024, Iran…
The state of education in the Muslim world has long been a subject of intense debate in media, intellectual circles, and political forums. Critics often portray Islamic educational systems as relics of a pre-modern era, unable to adapt to contemporary challenges. However, this narrative oversimplifies a complex history, ignoring the broader impact of colonialism and…
Baku, AZERTAC : An international conference titled “Interfaith Harmony: Nurturing Peaceful Coexistence” commenced on Tuesday at the headquarters of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Rabat, Morocco. Co-organized by ICESCO, the State Committee for Work with Religious Organizations of Azerbaijan, and the Azerbaijani Embassy in Morocco, the conference centered on fostering…
Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet reaffirmed the country’s commitment to Islamic religious freedom, emphasizing integration and equal opportunities for the Muslim community. • Religious Freedom: Muslim students can wear traditional clothing, including head coverings and caps, in schools and official documents like passports and ID cards. • Facilities: Worship spaces are provided in public places,…
