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    ICESCO Participates in Symposium on “Multilingualism in International Organizations” in Paris

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) took part in a symposium titled “Multilingualism in International Organizations,” held on Monday, 15 December 2025, at the headquarters of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in Paris. The event, which was organized by the King Salman Global Academy for Arabic Language (KSGAAL) in cooperation with UNESCO, aims at highlighting the civilizational values and cultural achievements of Arabic language presence in international organizations and launching the “Multilingualism Framework.”

    The symposium brought together representatives of international organizations and institutions concerned with the Arabic language, along with a group of experts and specialists in language planning and policy, to discuss the efforts of these organizations and institutions to preserve Arabic within the context of multilingualism.

    ICESCO was represented by Dr. Majdi Hajj Ibrahim, Head of the Arabic Language Center for Non-Arabic Speakers, who delivered a presentation titled “ICESCO’s Experience in Promoting the Presence of Arabic.” He noted that the Organization, which adopted Arabic, English, and French as the three main languages for communication with its Member States, treats Arabic not only as a means of communication but also as a cultural objective.

    Dr. Majdi explained that through many of its programs and activities, ICESCO advocates for shifting Arabic from being merely a communication tool to becoming a cultural objective, a process that can be described as the cultural globalization of Arabic. He pointed out that ICESCO has established centers dedicated to this purpose, including the Arabic Language Center for Non-Arabic Speakers, the Calligraphy and Manuscript Center, and the Poetry and Literature Center, in addition to the ICESCO-Hamdan bin Rashid Arabic Language for Non-Arabic Speakers Program “Mishkat.”

    ICESCO Annual Meeting of Financial Control Committee Commences

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    The annual meeting of the Financial Control Committee kicked off at the headquarters of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Rabat, Morocco, on Monday, 15 December 2025. The Meeting is dedicated to reviewing the Organization’s financial report and the closing accounts for the 2024 financial year, as part of ICESCO’s efforts to strengthen governance and transparency and to institutionalize best practices in financial monitoring and evaluation.

    At the opening of the Committee’s meeting, Dr. Abdelilah Benarafa, Deputy Director-General of ICESCO, delivered a speech on behalf of Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, the Director-General, in which he affirmed that the Committee represents an essential mechanism for ensuring the soundness and efficiency of financial policies, supporting the development of planning tools and the rationalization of resources, and enhancing confidence with Member States and development partners, particularly at a time when the Organization is witnessing an expansion in its programs, initiatives, and sectors.

    For his part, Mr. Yussuf Ali Al-Najjar, Chairman of the Committee, commended the initiatives and projects accomplished by ICESCO over the past year, emphasizing that the Committee’s work will focus on verifying the accuracy of data and the integrity of accounts, in a manner that supports ICESCO’s readiness to carry out its mandates in the most effective way.

    The current composition of ICESCO’s Financial Oversight Committee includes Mr. Yussuf Ali Al-Najjar, Representative of the State of Kuwait, as Chairman; Mr. Abdulaziz bin Saad Al-Dabbas, Representative of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as Rapporteur; and the membership of Mr. Hazrul bin Ali, Representative of Malaysia; Mr. Araz Bagirli, Representative of the Republic of Azerbaijan; and Mr. El Hadji Habib Kébé, Representative of the Republic of Senegal.

    The Committee’s work will continue over a period of five days, comprising six sessions that will address the presentation of the implementation status of the Committee’s recommendations, the review of the General Directorate’s financial report, the discussion of the external audit firm’s report for the year 2024, as well as the follow-up on Member States’ contributions and the status of interim accounts, prior to the preparation of the draft report and the adoption of the final report.

    ICESCO Director-General Participates in International Forum on Peace and Trust in Turkmenistan

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), participated in the International Forum on Peace and Trust, held on Friday, 12 December 2025, in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan. The Forum was attended by heads of state and government, as well as leaders of international organizations and institutions, on the occasion of Turkmenistan’s celebration of the 30th anniversary of its status of permanent neutrality, the International Day of Neutrality, and the proclamation of 2025 as the “International Year of Peace and Trust.”

    In his address to the Forum, Dr. AlMalik underscored the importance of trust as a fundamental moral value and a guiding force in an increasingly turbulent world, describing it as a “sacred trust” and a responsibility that links integrity to action, strengthens cooperation, and transforms intentions into lasting peace.

    Furthermore, the Director-General reaffirmed ICESCO’s commitment to preparing a new generation of leaders in the Islamic world through its flagship programs in this field, including the Leadership Training in Peace and Security (LTIPS) program and the ICESCO Youth Peace Ambassadors Program, which aim to empower young leaders as the foundation of change for peace and for building the societies we aspire to.

    The participation of the ICESCO Director-General in this international forum reflects the Organization’s steadfast approach to supporting and promoting the values of peace, coexistence, and civilizational dialogue, as well as encouraging international initiatives that seek to entrench a culture of dialogue and harmony among different peoples and societies.

    The International Forum on Peace and Trust is increasingly cementing its standing as a prominent international platform for the exchange of views on ways to strengthen multilateral cooperation, consolidate mutual trust, and build effective partnerships that contribute to supporting regional and international security and stability.

    ICESCO Participates in Inauguration of Neutrality Monument in Turkmenistan in the Presence of International Leaders

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), participated in the unveiling ceremony of the Neutrality Monument, which was erected in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, on Friday, 12 December 2025, in celebration of the International Day of Neutrality, observed annually on December 12th.

    The ceremony was attended by a number of heads of states, leaders of international organizations, ministers, and dignitaries, including H.E. President Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation; H.E. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of the Republic of Türkiye; H.E. President Dr. Abdullatif Jamal Rashid, President of the Republic of Iraq; and H.E. President Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, in addition to the heads of Central Asian states.

    Participating leaders and officials laid wreaths at the monument as an expression of appreciation for the values of neutrality and peace, and for the promotion of mutual understanding among nations.

    Dr. AlMalik took part in the ceremony by laying a wreath on behalf of ICESCO, reaffirming the Organization’s commitment to supporting the principles of peace, dialogue, and coexistence, and to strengthening trust among peoples.

    Commemorative photographs were also taken prior to the launch of the International Forum on Trust and Peace, which was held later that day in the city of Ashgabat, in conjunction with the celebration of the International Day of Neutrality.

    ICESCO Director-General Begins Official Visit to Turkmenistan

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), began an official visit to Turkmenistan on Thursday, 11 December 2025, to participate in international activities marking Turkmenistan’s 30th anniversary of permanent neutrality, International Day of Neutrality, and the declaration of 2025 as the International Year of Peace and Trust.

    Dr. AlMalik commenced his visit to the capital, Ashgabat, by taking part in the flag-raising ceremony at the Neutrality Monument, in the presence of several heads of state and government, ministers, representatives of international organizations, and high-level guests.

    Following that, Dr. AlMalik visited the Exhibition of Economic Achievements of Turkmenistan, which highlights the country’s economic and developmental progress, particularly in the sectors of transport, energy, and communications, and reflects its commitment to internationally recognized positive neutrality.

    ICESCO Research Group on “Women’s Thought and Creativity in the Islamic World” Holds its First Discussion Session

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    As part of ICESCO’s Forum “Culture for Rethinking the World,” the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) held the first discussion session of its research group “Women’s Thought and Creativity in the Islamic World,” coinciding with the launch of a new book titled Women’s Thought and Creativity in the Islamic World, which includes 14 academic articles by a group of female researchers.

    In his address during the virtual session held on Monday, 8 December 2025, Dr. Mohamed Zinelabidine, Head of Culture Sector at ICESCO, stressed that the establishment of this research group strengthens the Forum’s international reach, positions culture as a lever for reflecting on global transformations, and reaffirms the importance of women’s scientific and artistic contributions in the Islamic and Arab worlds.

    For her part, Dr. Sally Mabrouk, Director of the Office of the Director-General and Supervisor of the Strategy and Institutional Excellence Sector at ICESCO, reviewed the Organization’s efforts to support women and highlight their civilizational roles, noting that ICESCO has made women’s creativity a central theme in several of its programs.

    The session featured a series of scholarly interventions presented by the group’s coordinator, Dr. Zoubeida Boukhari, International Consultant in Culture, Education and Environmental Communication, along with several researchers from Arab, European, and African countries. They showcased examples of pioneering women in the fields of thought, literature, science, arts, and medicine, reflecting the diversity of women’s presence in intellectual and cultural domains.

    The discussion session featured the participation of:
    AMori-EdwigeCherif (France), Naïma Berrada Guennoun, Sabah Attab, Dounia Siraj (Morocco), Katia Saab (Lebanon), Fatma Ben Mahmoud, Olfa Abid, Oujdene Jerbi, Amira Loubiri, Rim Foughali (Tunisia), Amel Alchazli (Egypt), Neheda Mohamed Ali (New Zealand – Iraq), Nassira Belloula (Algeria),
    Mori-Edwige Traoré (Burkina Faso).

    ICESCO Director-General Meets Azerbaijani Minister of Science and Education in Baku

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), met with Mr. Emin Amrullayev, Minister of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, to discuss ways of strengthening strategic cooperation between ICESCO and Azerbaijan. The meeting also reviewed the outcomes of the international conference held in Baku to launch ICESCO’s Artificial Intelligence Index for the Islamic world, organized in collaboration with the Ministry and the Heydar Aliyev Foundation.

    During the meeting, held on Tuesday, 9 December 2025, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Baku, Dr. AlMalik commended Azerbaijan’s commitment to promoting technology, innovation, and knowledge dissemination, and reaffirmed ICESCO’s readiness to expand joint initiatives aimed at supporting digital education and scientific research in Member States.

    For his part, Mr. Amrullayev stressed the Ministry’s keenness to deepen cooperation with ICESCO in developing artificial intelligence policies, training teachers, and building youth capacities across Member States.

    The meeting featured in-depth discussions on programs and initiatives jointly implemented for the benefit of the Islamic world, particularly in artificial intelligence technologies, as well as an overview of future action plans between both parties in this regard.

    Attending the meeting on behalf of ICESCO were Mr. Anar Karimov, Head of Partnerships and International Cooperation Sector; Dr. Ahmed Said Ould Bah, Advisor to the Director-General; Dr. Abdulhakeem AlSenan, Director of ICESCO’s Regional Office in Baku; and Mr. Murad Aliyev, Expert at the Partnerships and International Cooperation Sector.

    ICESCO, Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation Sign New Strategic Partnership Agreement

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences signed an updated framework agreement regarding the “Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Fund to Support ICESCO.” This Agreement establishes a comprehensive reference framework regulating the strategic partnership between the two sides and enhancing institutional coordination for the development of education in Islamic world countries.

    The Agreement was signed on Monday, 8 December 2025, in Baku, Azerbaijan, by Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director General, and Mr. Humaid Mohammad Al Qutami, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Foundation. It aims to support a range of educational and pedagogical programs implemented by ICESCO in its Member States, with particular emphasis on teaching Arabic to non-Arabic speakers through advanced technologies. The Agreement also intends to bolster programs of the “Mishkat” platform for distance training, launched jointly by the two parties.

    Furthermore, the Agreement seeks to achieve a set of strategic objectives, most notably supporting the quality of education and advancing educational systems in Member States, strengthening pedagogical capacities, exchanging knowledge and expertise, in addition to promoting a culture of educational excellence.

    It is noteworthy that the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Fund to Support ICESCO constitutes an effective and sustainable mechanism for financing joint programs and projects that align with ICESCO’s priorities and the Foundation’s directions in the fields of education, scientific research, and educational excellence.

    ICESCO, Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation Sign MoU to Strengthen Cultural Cooperation

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the fields of cultural heritage preservation and intercultural dialogue on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at the Foundation’s headquarters in Baku, Azerbaijan.

    The agreement was signed by Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of ICESCO, and Ms. Aktoty Raimkulova, President of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, in the presence of Mr. Anar Karimov, Head of ICESCO’s Partnerships and International Cooperation Sector, Dr. Abdulhakeem AlSenan, Director of ICESCO’s Regional Office in Baku, and a group of the Foundation’s leaders.

    Following the signing ceremony, Dr. AlMalik affirmed ICESCO’s interest in building international partnerships to foster cultural understanding, noting that cooperation between the two parties will open broad horizons for joint projects focusing on creativity and cultural exchange.

    For her part, Ms. Raimkulova emphasized that the memorandum constitutes a strong framework for joint action to preserve the region’s rich cultural heritage, noting the Foundation’s commitment to cooperating with ICESCO to implement innovative programs that promote awareness of heritage and support scientific research.

    The MoU provides for the launch of joint initiatives that contribute to the protection of tangible and intangible cultural heritage, the promotion of cultural education, and the strengthening of ties between ICESCO Member States and Turkic States.

    ICESCO Launches AI Index for the Islamic World

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), in cooperation with the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the Ministry of Science and Education of Azerbaijan, launched the ICESCO AI Index for the Islamic World to measure trends in AI development among the Member States. The Index was launched during an international AI conference held on Monday, 8 December 2025, in Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan.

    The conference was attended by Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General; His Highness Sheikh Rashid bin Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Supreme Chairman of the Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation for Medical and Educational Sciences; Ms. Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation in Azerbaijan; and Mr. Emin Amrullayev, Minister of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan, along with senior officials and experts from across the Islamic world.

    In his opening address, Dr. AlMalik stressed that the ICESCO Index will assess countries’ readiness, guide policy-making, and foster creativity in the field of Artificial Intelligence, noting that the Index project, which currently includes nine leading countries in the Islamic world, is part of efforts to implement the Riyadh Charter on Artificial Intelligence in the Islamic World, which serves as the ethical and strategic reference for ICESCO Member States.

    Dr. AlMalik further explained that the development of AI technologies should be based on three principles, namely adapting educational processes for AI applications by disseminating guidelines and training teachers to integrate AI tools, empowering women and girls in STEM, and creating an environment conducive to innovation and creativity in the Member States.

    In her remarks, Ms. Leyla Aliyeva emphasized the importance of accurately assessing the AI impact on societies and guiding youth to seize the opportunities offered by this technology while raising awareness of its risks.

    For his part, Mr. Emin Amrullayev stated that AI offers broad possibilities for building fair and inclusive educational systems, stressing the need for ethical responsibility in applying this technology in education.

    The conference then moved to panel discussions featuring contributions from Dr. Kais Hammami, Head of ICESCO’s Center for Foresight and Artificial Intelligence, and Ms. Ouiam Chafik from the same Center. At the close of the conference, the Baku Declaration on the AI Index for the Islamic World was adopted, commending the ICESCO Index and highlighting AI’s potential to improve education, healthcare, cultural heritage preservation, economic development, and environmental management.

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