Arab Parliament Speaker: Saudi Arabia Plays a Pivotal Role in Strengthening Joint Arab Action

Speaker of the Arab Parliament Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Assoumi stressed that Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the process of strengthening joint Arab action. (SPA)
Speaker of the Arab Parliament Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Assoumi stressed that Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the process of strengthening joint Arab action. (SPA)
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Arab Parliament Speaker: Saudi Arabia Plays a Pivotal Role in Strengthening Joint Arab Action

Speaker of the Arab Parliament Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Assoumi stressed that Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the process of strengthening joint Arab action. (SPA)
Speaker of the Arab Parliament Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Assoumi stressed that Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the process of strengthening joint Arab action. (SPA)

The Speaker of the Arab Parliament, Adel bin Abdulrahman Al-Assoumi, stressed that the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia plays a pivotal role in the process of strengthening joint Arab action, in addition to its tireless efforts to enhance security and stability in the region, the Saudi Press Agency said on Friday.
Al-Assoumi’s comments came in a statement after receiving Saudi Arabia's Permanent Representative to the Arab League, Ambassador Abdulaziz bin Abdullah Al-Matar, on Thursday in Cairo.
The Speaker of the Arab Parliament praised the noble positions of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, towards Arab issues, especially the Palestinian cause, and the appreciated efforts he is making to stop the brutal Israeli aggression on the Gaza Strip.
Al-Assoumi expressed his happiness at meeting Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, and presenting him with the Leader's Medal, the highest medal granted by the Arab Parliament to Arab leaders.
The medal is presented in appreciation and gratitude from the Arab people for their pioneering positions in defending Arab issues and strengthening joint Arab action.



Scholars’ Gathering Affirms Islamic Consensus on Women’s Right to Education

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
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Scholars’ Gathering Affirms Islamic Consensus on Women’s Right to Education

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat
The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad. Asharq Al-Awsat

Bringing together representatives from Fiqh academies, organizations, councils, and religious committees, along with a distinguished assembly of muftis and senior scholars from various schools of thought and sects across the Islamic world, the Scholars’ Session reaffirmed the enduring consensus in Islam—both historically and contemporarily—on the legitimate right of women to education.

The exclusive Scholars’ Session, part of the “Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities” initiative, was held in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, under the leadership of Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars.

At the conclusion of the extensive scholarly dialogue, which lasted several hours, all participants unanimously affirmed—with enlightened judgment—the Islamic consensus, both historically and contemporarily, on the legitimate right of women to education.

This consensus is based on the comprehensive Islamic texts concerning the matter, affirming that women possess the same rights as their male counterparts to education at any age, level, or field of study, provided it aligns with Islamic teachings.

The discussion underscored that this right is rooted in the fundamental Islamic obligation of seeking knowledge, which applies equally to both genders, in accordance with Islamic teachings.

The dialogue included a thorough refutation of all misconceptions surrounding women's education, whether these were complete or partial. Participants emphasized that their religious declaration is intended for all individuals, institutions, and both public and private entities across the Islamic world and minority communities, adhering to the appropriate Islamic methodology for such declarations.

The scholars’ statements praised the comprehensive principles related to the legitimate empowerment of women in general, and their education in particular, as outlined in the Charter of Makkah and the Charter of Building Bridges between Islamic Schools of Thought and Sects.

Both international conferences, which issued these charters, were supported by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz.