Egypt, Oman Stress Keenness on Bolstering Ties

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi receives Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo on Sunday. (Egyptian presidency)
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi receives Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo on Sunday. (Egyptian presidency)
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Egypt, Oman Stress Keenness on Bolstering Ties

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi receives Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo on Sunday. (Egyptian presidency)
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi receives Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo on Sunday. (Egyptian presidency)

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi and Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq Al Said stressed on Sunday their determination to boost bilateral ties and reinforce cooperation in various fields.

Sisi received on Sunday Sultan Haitham at the al-Ittihadiya Presidential Palace in Cairo where a formal reception was held in his honor.

Spokesman for the Presidency Ahmed Fahmy stated that Sisi welcomed the royal as an honored guest of Egypt, wishing him success in continuing the comprehensive development path and achieving Vision Oman 2040.

Sisi praised the historic and friendly relations between Egypt and Oman, adding that they have always been based on solidarity and cooperation.

Egypt is keen to boost its ties with Oman to serve the interests of the peoples of both countries and the Arab world, Sisi stressed.

For his part, Sultan Haitham lauded the special Egyptian-Omani relations as well as the fraternal bonds the two nations have shared throughout history.

He voiced his keenness to bolster ongoing cooperation with Egypt and to open new horizons for their relations in various fields, building on the positive outcomes achieved in this regard during Sisi’s visit to Muscat in June 2022.

They praised the ongoing growth in trade between their countries and discussed exchanging expertise to achieve institutional development.

They discussed ways to modernize administrative apparatuses and work mechanisms by implementing governance and digitization, said the Egyptian statement.

They agreed on the need to exert intense efforts to settle existing crises in a way that safeguards the supreme interests of the Arab peoples and preserves their resources and gains.

The leaders exchanged views on regional and international developments in line with their constant consultations and coordination and their efforts to achieve regional stability and security, particularly in light of the huge threats facing the region and a number of Arab countries.



Islamabad Declaration for Girls’ Education Launched at Conclusion of Global Conference

MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa
MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa
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Islamabad Declaration for Girls’ Education Launched at Conclusion of Global Conference

MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa
MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa

The Muslim World League's (MWL) global conference on Girls' Education in Muslim Communities concluded in Islamabad on Monday with the launch of the “Islamabad Declaration for Girls’ Education,” receiving widespread approval from senior scholars, Islamic jurisprudence councils, international organizations, and activists.

The event also saw the establishment of a platform for international partnerships, acting as the initiative's executive arm, with over 20 agreements and pledges signed by scholars, United Nations organizations, and leaders from academic, media, and civil institutions.

The announcement was attended by MWL Secretary General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, alongside representatives from Pakistan’s government and parliament.

The conference also featured global education activist Malala Yousafzai, senior muftis and scholars from the Islamic world, ministers of education from Islamic countries, and representatives from the United Nations University for Peace and the League of Islamic Universities.

The Islamabad Declaration drew inspiration from two landmark documents, the “Charter of Makkah” and the “Charter of Building Bridges between Islamic Schools of Thought and Sects,” both issued by MWL under the patronage of Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.

These charters emphasize the empowerment of women in education across all levels, aligning with the goals of the MWL’s initiative.

Key partnerships formed during the conference included a memorandum of understanding between the MWL and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to establish a strategic alliance supporting the education of girls.

The conference also prioritized providing scholarships to Muslim girls, enhancing their leadership and problem-solving skills.

Agreements were reached between the MWL and Islamic and international universities, the League of Islamic Universities, the United Nations University for Peace, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), and UNICEF.

In addition, the MWL partnered with international organizations to conduct research and publish reports on women's issues. Media campaigns aimed at raising awareness about girls' right to education were also launched.

The conference concluded with pledges from global academic institutions and organizations to support girls' education through scholarships, grants, and programs designed to improve access to quality education.

This initiative underscores the MWL’s commitment to empowering girls in Muslim communities and fostering international cooperation for sustainable development.