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    ICESCO and Indonesia Discuss Ways to Strengthen Cooperation in Education, Science and Culture

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), met with Mr. Fazli Zon, Indonesian Minister of Culture, on Thursday, May 15, 2025, in Kazan, Republic of Tatarstan. The two officials discussed ways to enhance cooperation between ICESCO and Indonesia in the fields of education, science, culture, and heritage preservation and promotion, and examined the programs and initiatives proposed for joint implementation in the coming period.

    During the meeting, Dr. AlMalik reviewed the main pillars of the Organization’s vision and strategic orientations, as well as its programs and projects on youth and women capacity building, consolidating the values of coexistence, peace and civilizational dialogue, countering extremist ideas, encouraging investment in technology, innovation, artificial intelligence and space sciences, spreading the culture of foresight, and enhancing the status of the Arabic language globally.

    ICESCO Director General expressed his aspiration to expand the scope of cooperation with Indonesia in the coming period, especially in the field of heritage preservation and promotion, calling for increasing the number of inscribed Indonesian tangible and intangible heritage sites on ICESCO’s Islamic World Heritage List.

    For his part, Mr. Fazli Zon stressed his keenness to enhance cooperation with ICESCO given its esteemed status in the Islamic world, pointing out that the Ministry, as part of its new orientations, seeks to protect and promote all forms of heritage, which provides room for enhancing cooperation and joint work with the Organization.

    Tatarstan President Reaffirms Strengthened Cooperation with ICESCO

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    His Excellency Rustam Minnikhanov, President of the Republic of Tatarstan (Russian Federation), affirmed the enhancement of cooperation with the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO). This came during a meeting held on Thursday 15 May 2025, with Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General, alongside a number of Ministers of Culture and heads of delegations participating in the Congress of the Minister of Culture of Islamic World Countries, held under the theme:“ Cultural Dialogue As A Foundation For Maintaining Identity And Diversity In The Multipolar World”, convened in Kazan with the participation of 37 countries, as part of the international economic forum Russia – Islamic World: Kazan Forum 2025.

    President Minnikhanov expressed his delight at the designation of Kazan as a Capital of Culture in the Islamic World for 2026, under ICESCO’s Capitals of Culture Program. He emphasized that hosting the Congress of the Minister of Culture of Islamic World Countries is part of the broader efforts to strengthen ties between Russia and ICESCO Member States. He also praised ICESCO’s initiatives in this context and the close and fruitful cooperation between his country and the Organization.

    President Minnikhanov further noted that the celebration will include a year-long series of major cultural events and activities. He extended an open invitation for wide participation in these events, which aim to highlight and celebrate the rich civilizational and cultural heritage of the Tatar capital.

    For his part, Dr. AlMalik expressed his gratitude to President Minnikhanov for the warm reception and generous hospitality. He commended the important role Tatarstan plays in the strategic relations between the Islamic world and the Russian Federation. He also reaffirmed ICESCO’s commitment to ensuring the success of the Kazan Capital of Culture celebration, which recognizes the City’s longstanding legacy of coexistence, cultural vitality, and steadfast dedication to building bridges between peoples and cultures.

    ICESCO Holds Regional Workshop on Cybersecurity Enhancement Skills in Cairo

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), in collaboration with the Egyptian National Commission for Education, Science and Culture, Naif Arab University for Security Sciences (NAUSS), and El Sewedy University of Technology, organized a regional workshop titled “Cybersecurity and Trust Engineering: Enhancing Knowledge and Skills in Cyber Threats and Cybersecurity.”

    The event aimed to strengthen the capacities of participants from ICESCO Member States by providing advanced training in managing cyber threats and deepening their understanding of the impact of artificial intelligence and quantum computing technologies on cybersecurity systems. The workshop brought together several experts and specialists from Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Algeria, Morocco, Iraq, Kuwait, and Somalia.

    ICESCO was represented at the three-day workshop, which concluded on Thursday 8 May 2025, by Dr. Adel Smeda, expert at the Science and Environment Sector. Dr. Smeda reaffirmed the Organization’s commitment to assisting its Member States in prioritizing digital security as a key developmental and strategic objective.

    Representatives of the organizing institutions highlighted the importance of bridging the skills gap and fostering a culture of continuous learning to cultivate talents capable of responding to the escalating challenges in the digital landscape. They also stressed the need to enhance regional cooperation in addressing emerging security threats.

    The workshop featured hands-on training sessions and practical exercises covering a range of topics, including malware detection, penetration testing, post-incident recovery, and the protection of digital infrastructure and cloud computing environments. One session was dedicated to examining the impact of artificial intelligence and quantum computing on cybersecurity, with a focus on strategies to strengthen national systems in the future. The programme also included a panel discussion with executives from leading companies in the sector, during which participants explored current challenges and shared best practices in the field of cybersecurity.

    At the end of the workshop, the participants took part in a field visit to several specialized centers in cybersecurity and innovation in Egypt, including the Electronics Research Institute (ERI) and the National Center for Computer and Network Emergency Preparedness (EG-CERT).

    ICESCO’s Training Workshop on the Role of Strategic Foresight in Decision-Making Concludes in Rabat

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) organized a training workshop on “Strategic Foresight for Decision-Making” on 6–7 May 2025, at the headquarters of the Moroccan National Commission for Education, Science and Culture in Rabat, to enhance the capacities of the Commission’s members and the staff of its General Secretariat in future planning and strategic decision-making.

    The workshop, organized by ICESCO’s Center for Strategic Foresight and Artificial Intelligence, aimed to equip participants with an understanding of foresight tools as an effective methodology for future planning, addressing complex challenges, and supporting decision-making in the fields of education, science, and culture.

    During the workshop, Dr. Kais Hammami, Director of ICESCO’s Center for Strategic Foresight and Artificial Intelligence, emphasized the importance of promoting future-oriented thinking within national institutions. He explained that strategic foresight enables institutions to anticipate major shifts and embrace new opportunities, reaffirming ICESCO’s commitment to building the foresight capacities of its Member States to better address future challenges.

    The workshop included theoretical, practical, and interactive sessions, during which participants explored foresight tools such as horizon scanning, trend analysis, and the development of proactive scenarios. Participants expressed strong interest in applying these tools in their institutional and organizational work.

    The workshop concluded with a group brainstorming session that underscored the importance of integrating strategic foresight practices into public planning to ensure an effective response to future transformations and to achieve sustainable development that benefits future generations.

    ICESCO Concludes Training Workshop in Derna to Enhance Psychosocial Response During Disasters

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    On Wednesday, 7 May 2025, the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) concluded a training workshop in Derna, Libya, aimed at strengthening psychosocial response during disasters. The workshop was organized by ICESCO’s Social and Human Sciences Sector, in cooperation with the Libyan National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, and the University of Derna.

    The workshop targeted 30 participants, including specialists in psychology and sociology, security professionals, and representatives from civil society organizations. Over the course of four intensive days, they attended lectures covering emergency psychological intervention strategies and tools during crises, self-protection methods, and effective ways of coping with disaster-related stress.

    The sessions were delivered by a distinguished group of experts in psychology, sociology, and law.
    The workshop concluded with a set of recommendations, including the need to focus on training professionals in psychological first aid, employing modern technologies to develop more effective responses during humanitarian and natural disasters, and enhancing partnerships with relevant bodies to ensure a coordinated effort in the field.

    During the closing ceremony, the Libyan National Commission for Education, Culture and Science presented an honorary shield to Dr. Salim AlMalik, Director-General of ICESCO, in recognition of ICESCO’s efforts in the fields of education, science, and culture, and its commitment to supporting mental health programs in the Member States. The shield was accepted on his behalf by Dr. Hassan El Hajjami, Expert at the Social and Human Sciences Sector.

    For his part, Dr. Nasr Al-Mansouri, President of the University of Derna, praised ICESCO’s active role in promoting mental health and its dedication to the well-being of children, youth, and women. He affirmed the importance of continued cooperation with the Organization to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals in Libya and across the Member States.

    ICESCO Director-General: Riyadh Charter on AI Ethics a Moral Compass Anchored in Islamic World Values

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), took part in the scientific session dedicated to AI technology ethics, under the title “Artificial Intelligence: Rulings, Controls, and Ethics.” Dr. AlMalik served as Rapporteur of the session and Chair of its Decisions Drafting Committee. The session was held on Monday, 5 May 2025, as part of the 26th Session of the Council of the International Islamic Fiqh Academy, which operates under the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). The Conference kicked off on Sunday in Doha, Qatar, and will continue over five days, under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs.

    In his address, Dr. AlMalik, who has been a member of the Islamic Fiqh Academy since 2020, reviewed the key principles and content of the Riyadh Charter on AI Ethics in the Islamic World – ICESCO, highlighting that it represents a comprehensive ethical and strategic compass for AI software and technologies, grounded in the unifying values of the Islamic world.


    The Charter received significant acclaim from senior scholars in attendance, with calls for it to be included in the final recommendations of the 26th Session of the Council and circulated to all 57 Member States.

    Dr. AlMalik explained that ICESCO undertook the responsibility of drafting and issuing the Charter due to the failure of existing international charters to take into account the values of the Islamic world. He noted that through this initiative, the Organization aims to harness the transformative power of AI in a way that aligns with the values and priorities of the Islamic world and the teachings of our noble religion.

    ICESCO and Qatar Explore Prospects to Bolster Cooperation in Green Education

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), met with Ms. Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater, Minister of Education and Higher Education, on Sunday 4 May 2025, to discuss the latest developments in cooperation between ICESCO and the Ministry in the fields of education.

    The meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Doha in the presence of Mr. Ali Abdul Razzaq Marafie, Secretary-General of the Qatar National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science, explored opportunities for cooperation on innovative programmes under ICESCO’s initiatives in green education and early childhood care.

    During the meeting, Dr. AlMalik outlined the core pillars of ICESCO’s vision and strategic orientations, highlighting its ongoing programmes focused on youth and women’s capacity-building, fostering the values of coexistence, peace, and civilizational dialogue, promoting investment in technology, innovation, artificial intelligence, and space sciences, advancing futures and foresight literacy, and enhancing the global standing of the Arabic language.

    Dr. AlMalik commended Qatar’s exceptional educational system, noting the potential to leverage Qatari expertise and share it with other countries. He also invited the Qatari Ministry of Education and Higher Education to send its staff to ICESCO’s headquarters in Rabat for a series of training courses.

    For her part, Ms. Lolwah bint Rashid bin Mohammed Al Khater praised ICESCO’s efforts in advancing education, science and culture in its Member States, and expressed her interest in deepening cooperation with the Organization.

    ICESCO Director-General Participates in 26th Session of Council of International Islamic Fiqh Academy

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), participates in the 26th session of the Council of the International Islamic Fiqh Academy (IIFA), a subsidiary organ of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, held in Doha from 4 to 8 May 2025, under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani, Prime Minister, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Qatar, in the presence of leading scholars and jurists from across the globe.

    A member of IIFA since 2020, Dr. AlMalik will serve as Rapporteur for the Conference’s third scientific session titled “Artificial Intelligence: Rulings, Controls, and Ethics,” to be held on Monday 5 May 2025. During the session, which will review 33 research papers on AI technologies, Dr. AlMalik will highlight ICESCO’s key efforts in this field, including the “Riyadh Charter on Artificial Intelligence in the Islamic World” and the establishment of ICESCO’s Center for Foresight and Artificial Intelligence.

    The scientific sessions of the Conference will address a range of contemporary jurisprudential, economic, and medical issues, including: Emerging Issues in Child Care; the Principle of Istishab (Presumption of Continuity) and its Application to Contemporary Issues; Artificial Intelligence:

    Rulings, Controls, and Ethics; Sharia Ruling on Third-Party Payment of Loan Excess and Fees for Letters of Guarantee and Credit; Electronic Games: Rulings and Controls; the Impact of Mental Illnesses on Legal Competence in Sharia; Sharia Governance in Modern Islamic Financial Institutions; Review and Discussion of Recommendations on Stunning Birds and Animals before Slaughter and its Implications on Halal Slaughtering; and Review and Discussion of the recommendations of the Symposium on Breastfeeding Premature Babies with the Milk of Known and Unknown Mothers


    The International Islamic Fiqh Academy (IIFA) is a trusted scholarly institution for collective ijtihad, convening its members and representatives annually to examine emerging incidents and contemporary issues, and to develop shariah-based solutions through collective ijtihad.

    ICESCO, COMSATS Hold Session on Leveraging Technology for Better Outcomes in Maternal and Child Health

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the Commission on Science and Technology for Sustainable Development in the South (COMSATS), based in Pakistan, held a digital session titled “Leveraging Technology for Better Outcomes in Maternal and Child Health.” The session aimed to explore the transformative role of digital technologies—such as telemedicine, mobile health solutions, and artificial intelligence—in enhancing maternal and child healthcare, particularly in remote areas.

    Held on Tuesday, 29 April 2025, the session opened with remarks by Ambassador Dr. Mohammad Nafees Zakaria, Executive Director of COMSATS, and Dr. Raheel Qamar, Head of ICESCO’s Science and Environment Sector. Both emphasized the need to harness technology to address the pressing health challenges faced by mothers and children worldwide, reaffirming ICESCO’s and COMSATS’ shared commitment to promoting innovation and digital transformation in healthcare.

    The discussion, moderated by Dr. Adel Samida, an expert from ICESCO’s Science and Environment Sector, featured a panel of international experts from the United States, Pakistan, France, and Zimbabwe. Participants shared experiences and discussed practical solutions to overcome barriers to the adoption of digital health technologies.

    The session concluded by underscoring the importance of collaboration among governments, international organizations, academic institutions, and technology providers to ensure equitable access to emerging healthcare technologies for all.

    ICESCO Participates in the International Conference on the Heritage of Imam Al-Maturidi in Uzbekistan

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) participated in the international scientific conference titled “Maturidism – A Doctrine of Tolerance, Moderation, and Enlightenment,” held in the city of Samarkand, Republic of Uzbekistan, over 29–30 April 2025. The event aims to highlight the contributions of Imam Maturidi and his doctrine to the development of Islamic sciences. The conference witnessed the high-level attendance of prominent scholars, ministers, and representatives of relevant international institutions.

    The conference began with opening remarks delivered by Mr. Ruslanbek Kuroltayevich Davletov, Advisor to the President, on behalf of His Excellency President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. Subsequently, Dr. Abdelilah Benarafa, Deputy Director-General of ICESCO, delivered a speech emphasizing the urgent need to renew “Ilm al-Kalam” (the study of Islamic theology) in alignment with contemporary developments and emerging intellectual and religious challenges. He stated that revisiting the intellectual legacy of Imam Maturidi is an academic necessity commensurate with his intellectual stature—especially as the ongoing technological revolution has given rise to new issues that demand the development of a renewed “Ilm al-Kalam,” much like what Imam Maturidi achieved in his time.

    Dr. Benarafa also called for sustainable cooperation with academic institutions in Uzbekistan, referring to ICESCO’s signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Imam Maturidi International Research Center. The Organization looks forward to launching joint scientific initiatives, including the establishment of academic chairs in heritage, thought, and intercultural dialogue, as part of the project titled “ICESCO Pathways to the Future.”

    In addition, Ambassador Khalid Fathalrahman, Director of ICESCO’s Center for Civilizational Dialogue, delivered a presentation during one of the conference sessions titled “Foundational Principles of Cooperation between ICESCO and the Imam Maturidi International Research Center.” In his talk, he reviewed the importance of joint efforts between both sides to promote scientific research and to spread a culture of dialogue and mutual understanding among civilizations.