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Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), received Mr. Li Changlin, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Kingdom of Morocco. The two parties discussed ways to promote partnership between ICESCO and China, the prospects of organizing several joint initiatives, and arrangements for the participation of ICESCO’s delegation, led by Dr. AlMalik, in the Ministerial Meeting on Civilizational Dialogue, to be held on July 10-11, 2025, in Beijing.

During this meeting, held on Thursday, July 3, 2025, at ICESCO’s headquarters in Rabat, Dr. AlMalik commended the flourishing partnership between the Organization and China, emphasizing that ICESCO’s openness to non-Member States contributes to strengthening cooperation between these countries and the Islamic world. He explained that the upcoming meeting in Beijing will include a visit to Shaanxi Province, renowned for its historical significance, rich cultural heritage, and pioneering institutions in the development of advanced technological industries.

The DG also thanked his guest for extending the invitation to him and the ICESCO delegation to take part in this grand event. He emphasized that the theme of the ministerial meeting, “Protecting the Diversity of Human Civilizations for Global Peace and Development,” aligns with the Organization’s vision of promoting civilizational dialogue, cultural diversity, and mutual understanding among peoples. He further noted that it also corresponds with its educational and cultural initiatives aimed at consolidating peace in the Member States.

For his part, the Chinese Ambassador reaffirmed that ICESCO’s participation in this event will reflect its efforts to promote dialogue of civilizations and will provide an opportunity to exchange best practices in this field. He added that it will introduce the relevant Chinese authorities to the Organization’s activities and role across its various fields of competence.
The discussion covered the joint organization of scientific conferences and the preparation of Chinese cultural days at ICESCO’s headquarters to strengthen the rapprochement between China and the Islamic world, in addition to helping young people from the Islamic world learn the Chinese language.

Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), held a meeting at the Organization’s headquarters in Rabat with Dr. Marat Gatin and Mr. Timur Suleymanov, Aides to the Rais of Tatarstan, Russian Federation, to discuss preparations for the celebration of “Kazan, Cultural Capital in the Islamic World for 2026,” and explore avenues for strengthening cooperation in areas of mutual interest.

Dr. AlMalik reaffirmed ICESCO’s commitment to the success of this major cultural event, outlining the programmes and activities that the Organization’s Culture Sector plans to implement to highlight Kazan’s civilizational depth and enhance its cultural and social capital.

Moreover, Dr. AlMalik expressed confidence that the celebration of Kazan as the Cultural Capital in the Islamic World would be one of the most successful, thanks to Tatarstan’s wise leadership, strong enthusiasm, extensive experience, and the well-coordinated efforts of all stakeholders involved.

For his part, Mr. Timur Suleymanov spoke about the diverse and rich cultural programme planned for the celebration, commending ICESCO’s continued support to ensure its success.

Dr. Marat Gatin praised the strong relationship between ICESCO and the Republic of Tatarstan, affirming his country’s commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation, particularly in education, scientific research, and academic training, as well as promoting intercultural dialogue and values of tolerance.

The meeting also addressed the creation of a joint coordination committee for the celebration, the organization of conferences and events at ICESCO headquarters in Rabat, and the reception of young trainees from Tatarstan who will serve as ICESCO ambassadors within their communities.

The International Symposium on “Translation and Security: The Role of Translation in Enhancing National and International Security” kicked off on Wednesday at the headquarters of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Rabat. The event is jointly organized by ICESCO and Naif Arab University for Security Sciences (NAUSS) in Saudi Arabia, with the participation of government officials and experts in translation and security.

The symposium aims to explore the role of translation in enhancing national and international security, discuss the linguistic and cultural challenges affecting translation in security contexts, and highlight how translation supports security operations and addresses cross-border threats. It also reviews the latest tools, methods, and practices in security-related translation, and its role in improving communication between countries and international organizations.

During the opening session, Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General, emphasized that translation is now regarded as a soft power that shapes global security discourse, fortifies societies, and builds bridges of knowledge between civilizations. Dr. AlMalik announced a series of initiatives by ICESCO’s Centre for Translation and Publishing to translate research and knowledge into multiple languages in order to preserve the presence of Islamic world cultures in international fora.

Following, Mr. Khalid bin Abdulaziz Alharfash, Secretary of NAUSS Supreme Council, and Vice-President for External Relations, stated that the University launched the “Translated Book Initiative” as part of its research strategy to support evidence-based security policies and crime prevention. He noted that the symposium is intended to address linguistic and cultural challenges in security-related translation, while also showcasing how translation can support security operations and counter cross-border threats.

For his part, Mr. Abdellatif Hammouchi, Director General of National Security (DGSN), Director-General of Territorial Surveillance (DGST) of Morocco, emphasized, through remarks delivered on his behalf by Mr. Boubker Sabik, Superintendent General of Police, the central role of translators in aligning linguistic context with legal standards. He described translators as key partners in reinforcing security and stability, ensuring fair trials, and legitimizing legal procedures.

Dr. Ahmed Albanyan, Head of ICESCO’s Centre for Translation and Publishing, noted that translation is no longer a mere linguistic process but rather a strategic bridge linking security, cultural, and technological domains. It serves as a central tool for shaping security, protecting societies, and achieving stability in an increasingly complex, multilingual world.

The opening session also featured the signing of a memorandum of understanding between ICESCO’s Centre for Translation and Publishing and King Fahd School of Translation of Abdelmalek Essaâdi University in Morocco to enhance academic cooperation and mutual training. Over the course of two days, the symposium will include a specialized workshop on the use of modern translation technologies and the training of translators for sensitive environments, along with five thematic sessions on translation in crises, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and multilateral institutional partnerships.

Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), received Mr. Asif Mahmud Shojib Bhuiyan, Advisor to the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, in the presence of Her Excellency Mrs. Sadia Faizunnesa, Ambassador of Bangladesh to the Kingdom of Morocco. The two parties discussed ways to strengthen cooperation between ICESCO and Bangladesh, particularly in the fields of youth empowerment and cultural development.

At the outset of the meeting, which took place on Tuesday 1 July 2025, at ICESCO Headquarters in Rabat, Dr. AlMalik expressed his satisfaction with the close cooperation between ICESCO and Bangladesh, highlighting the initiatives and projects implemented in several areas, foremost among them: organizing workshops to develop competencies in the field of genomics; implementing a program for evaluating technological innovations aimed at strengthening the health sector in Bangladesh; organizing training programs on Global Citizenship Education (GCED) and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD); in addition to organizing the “Green and Clean School” competition, which aims to transform schools into centers for sustainability.

The Director-General of ICESCO also emphasized the Organization’s interest in supporting its Member States’ efforts in developing education, science, and culture, building the capacities of youth and women, and training them in leadership for peace and security. Dr. AlMalik also referred to the Organization’s work in preserving and safeguarding heritage, by registering it on the ICESCO Islamic World Heritage List, along with the attention ICESCO gives to investing in artificial intelligence and modern technologies to advance efforts toward achieving sustainable development.

Furthermore, the meeting saw discussions on future areas of cooperation, especially with regard to organizing joint activities, mutual participation in each other’s events, and training youth from Bangladesh at ICESCO Headquarters in Rabat.

For his part, Mr. Shojib Bhuiyan affirmed his country’s keenness to strengthen its standing partnership with ICESCO and develop cooperation in the field of youth capacity building and skill development, particularly in the cultural field, promoting civilizational dialogue, and combating extremist ideologies, noting that Bangladesh possesses many talents specializing in ICESCO’s areas of work.