The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) participated in the proceedings of the 28th Ordinary Session of the General Conference of the Arab League Educational, Cultural and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), hosted by Muscat, the Sultanate of Oman, on Thursday, 12 November 2026, with the participation of representatives of Arab Member States and several regional and international organizations.

ICESCO was represented at the Conference by Dr. Salim Al Habsi, Director of the General Secretariat of National Commissions and Conferences at ICESCO, on behalf of Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Organization.

Dr. Al Habsi delivered ICESCO’s address, conveying the Director-General’s greetings to the participants and emphasizing the importance of strengthening cooperation between ICESCO and ALECSO and expanding areas of coordination and partnership in support of joint Arab action in education, culture, and science.

He noted that cooperation between regional and international organizations provides opportunities for exchanging expertise and developing initiatives and programs, contributing to addressing the priorities and development aspirations of Member States. He also stressed the importance of joining efforts to adapt to rapid transformations, investing in people and knowledge, and enhancing the impact of educational, scientific, and cultural programs.

ICESCO’s participation reaffirms its commitment to strengthening cooperation with ALECSO and organizations concerned with education, science, and culture, as well as supporting joint initiatives that serve Member States.