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    ICESCO Holds Second International Model Satellite (CAnSat) Workshop and Aerospace Symposium in Burkina Faso

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    The second session of the International Symposium on Space Sciences and the training workshop on designing a model satellite (Cansat), which is being held by the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), in partnership with the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation in the Republic of Burkina Faso, and hosted by the University of Norbert Zongo, kicked off in the capital, Ouagadougou, under the theme “Building the Global Workforce for the Future”, for the benefit of university students from various African countries, and in the presence of a high-caliber group of international officials and experts in the field of space science.

    The opening session of the international symposium, which began its activities, on Tuesday, December 27, 2022, and will continue for three days, saw the participation of Dr. Issa Abdou Moumoula, President of Norbert Zongo University, where he gave an address in which he emphasized that the event is the result of a joint effort that represents the desire of the partners to develop space science and technology in Burkina Faso, valorizing ICESCO’s efforts to encourage its Member States to invest in modern sciences.

    For his part, Dr. Frederic Ouattara, Former Minister of Higher Education, Research and Innovation of Burkina Faso, commended ICESCO’s efforts to develop space science, and its contribution to making his country one of the leading African countries in this field, while Dr. Muhammad Sharif, Advisor in ICESCO’s Science and Technology Sector, reviewed the Organization’s initiatives to support youth capabilities in the field of science and technology, pointing to the urgent need to understand and discover space science and employ its applications in order to contribute to the prosperity of societies.

    In her recorded speech, Mrs. Shelli Brunswick, Chief Operating Officer at the American Space Foundation, reviewed the Foundation’s initiatives in the field of space sciences, expressing her gratitude for the great cooperation between the Foundation and ICESCO.

    After that, the practical workshop started through forming groups to introduce students to “Cansat” and the applications used in designing this educational model satellite, and to learn about the importance of employing space science and its applications to build a workforce that contributes to building a better future for all humanity.

    Examining Cooperation Prospects Between ICESCO and Organizations in Indonesia in Science and Environment

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    The Science and Technology Sector of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) held two separate meetings, the first with the Indonesian Commission for Man and the Biosphere, and the second with the UNESCO Office in Jakarta: Regional Office for Science for Asia and the Pacific, to discuss prospects for closer cooperation in the field of environmental protection and the establishment of natural reserves.

    During the first meeting, which was held on December 23, 2022, in Bokor, Indonesia, the parties explored prospects for cooperation between ICESCO and the Indonesian Commission for Man and the Biosphere, with the aim of promoting the preservation of the environment and natural resources in the countries of the Islamic world, by benefiting from Indonesia’s successful experiences in preserving nature and the establishment of natural reserves, as well as capacity building in this field.

    Dr. Foued El Ayni, Expert in the Science and Technology Sector, represented ICESCO at the meeting and gave an address on the Organization’s programmes and initiatives related to preserving the environment, adapting to climate changes and promoting green transformation, while Dr. Yohanes Purwanto, Chairman of the Indonesian Commission for Man and the Biosphere, and his accompanying delegation, emphasized their keenness to cooperate with ICESCO, especially in the field of capacity building in the environmental field.

    During Dr. El Ayni’s second meeting with Mr. Fukuhara Ryuichi, Technical Advisor for Natural Sciences at the UNESCO Regional Office in Jakarta, the parties discussed cooperation in implementing activities in areas of common interest, especially those related to preserving biodiversity and ecosystems, and promoting environmental culture.

    Rabat and Cairo in the Eyes of Poets: ICESCO announces winners of Culture Capital Prize

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) is pleased to announce the winners of its poetry prize, “Culture Capital in the Eyes of Poets,” which it launched as part of its Programme for Culture Capitals in the Islamic World, within the framework of its celebration of Rabat and Cairo as Culture Capitals in the Islamic World for 2022. Three poems were selected for each city, out of the total of 150 poems submitted.

    The Organization had formed an international jury to process and evaluate all the submitted poems, following artistic quality, uniqueness and creativity criteria. The jury selected six poems that best fulfilled these criteria, three for the category of “Rabat, Capital of Lights,” while the other three were selected as part of the second category, “Cairo, City of the Thousand Minarets.” The winners will receive certificates of appreciation and monetary rewards, standing at USD 2,000, USD 1,500, and USD 1,000 respectively for the winner, runner-up, and second runner-up of each category.

    In the category of, “Rabat, Capital of Lights,” the jury selected the poem, “A Harp of Lights,” by Poet Muhammad Majid Al-Khattab from Syria, as the winner; “Because You Are the Light,” by Poet Hassan Boufares from Morocco, as runner up, and “A Musical Tour in Rabat,” by Poet Mohammed Al-Habib Mohammed Hamed Younes from the Sudan, as the second runner up.

    As for the category, “Cairo, City of a Thousand Minarets,” the jury selected the poem, “In the Presence of Cairo the Glorious,” by Poet Ahmad Abdou Ali Al-Jahmi from Yemen, as the winner; “Cairo,” by Poet Wafiq Jawdah Al-Sayed from Egypt, as runner up; and “Cairo, the Heart Charmer,” by Poet Mohamed Abdelkader Fadili from Algeria, as second runner-up.

    The Prize, which was overseen by ICESCO Center for the Arabic Language for Non-Arabic Speakers, aims to promote the cultural, civilizational and historical heritage of both Rabat and Cairo; foster opportunities for cultural and knowledge exchange and openness to other civilizations; and encourage poetic creativity in describing Arab cities, written in Arabic.

    ICESCO and Azerbaijan Sign Joint Action Plan to Implement Several Programs and Projects

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the Republic of Azerbaijan signed a joint action plan to promote a culture of peace, consolidate the values of tolerance and dialogue among cultures, and protect cultural heritage in the countries of the Islamic world and ensure its sustainability, by supporting the implementation of ICESCO’s programs and projects.

    The Action Plan was signed on Saturday, December 24, 2022, at the Organization’s Headquarters in Rabat, by Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General (DG), and Mr. Nazim Samadov, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Kingdom of Morocco.

    In his address at the signing
    ceremony, Dr. AlMalik praised the fruitful partnership between ICESCO and the Republic of Azerbaijan, which presents a successful model of relations between the Organization and its Member States, commending Azerbaijan’s sustained support for the programs and projects implemented by ICESCO.

    ICESCO DG also underscored that this new agreement will help promote the implementation of ICESCO’s new vision and support its strategic orientations, which accord special importance to building the capacities of youth and women and honing their leadership skills through training for peace and security. The Director-General also commended Azerbaijan’s support for ICESCO’s endeavors to safeguard and preserve the tangible and intangible heritage of the Islamic world and anchor the values of coexistence and civilizational dialogue.

    For his part, Ambassador Samadov welcomed the signing of the action plan, which reaffirms the support of the Republic of Azerbaijan to ICESCO’s programs and projects and its efforts to promote education, science and culture in its Member States.

    Through the Action Plan, the two parties agreed to jointly organize the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, held biennially in Baku, and recognize the importance of the Global Call for Peace for Culture, launched by ICESCO, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations and the Azerbaijani Ministry of Culture, within the framework of the activities of the said Forum to promote intercultural dialogue and pool efforts to achieve peace between societies.

    The action plan also provides for the support of the Azerbaijani Ministry of Culture to ICESCO’s Young Professionals Program, along with the Organization’s other programs aimed at protecting cultural heritage sites in the Islamic world and promoting the modernization of the digital infrastructure of ICESCO Headquarters.

    ICESCO Executive Council Concludes its Proceedings by Adopting the Final Documents of its 43rd Session

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    The Executive Council of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) concluded its proceedings, on Friday, 23 December 2022, at the Organization’s Headquarters in Rabat, by adopting the final documents of its 43rd Session and the reports submitted by the General Directorate, and approving the offer of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to host the 44th Session, in December 2023.

    The meeting started with an opening session during which Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General (DG), Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Egyptian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, President of the General Conference of ICESCO, and Dr. Dawas Tayseer Dawas, Chairman of the Executive Council of ICESCO, Secretary General of the Palestinian National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, addressed the Council.

    The working sessions included presentations by ICESCO’s sectors, departments and specialized centers on the programs and projects implemented during the current year, as well as discussions and interventions by Council members on the documents and plans submitted by the Organization’s General Directorate.

    In this connection, ICESCO DG reaffirmed that the Organization will strive to meet the needs of its Member States, calling for enhanced communication and cooperation.

    The Council adopted the Executive Report on ICESCO’s activities for 2021, the Organization’s financial reports for 2021, and the report on Member States’ contributions for 2021, as well as several administrative and legal documents and proposals.

    At the end of its meeting, the Council took many decisions, including the formal accession of the Lebanese Republic to ICESCO, which was invited to designate the competent parties for cooperation with the Organization.

    The Council also welcomed the proposal of His Excellency Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, to set up a fund to support talents in the Islamic world, calling on ICESCO to coordinate and cooperate with Egypt to draw up the legal framework, plans and mechanisms of action in consultation with Sudan, Morocco and Benin, and present the vision to the Executive Council at its next session.

    In the same vein, the Council adopted the outline of the ICESCO Draft Charter for Artificial Intelligence and Metaverse, entrusting the Organization with its elaboration for submission to the next Council.

    It also welcomed the implementation of ICESCO’s first session of the Young Professionals Program, calling on Member States to support it.

    In his address at the closing session, Dr. AlMalik reaffirmed that the Organization will do its utmost to meet the needs of its Member States and invest in its human capital in order to become a model of hope and action.

    The Chairman of ICESCO’s Executive Council thanked the Council members for the richness of their debates and interventions during the said sessions, commending the decisions adopted by the Council before announcing the closing of the 43rd Session.

    Officially: Lebanese Republic Accedes to ICESCO

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), announced in the opening session of the ICESCO Executive Council, held on Friday, December 23, 2022, the official accession of the Lebanese Republic to ICESCO, following the finalization of the relevant legal procedures and the reception of an official letter regarding the matter from Mr. Najib Mikati, Lebanese Prime Minister.

    Afterward, the flag of the Lebanese Republic was raised among those of ICESCO Member States, a ceremony attended by Mr. Ziad Atallah, Lebanese Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco; Dr. Ayman Ashour, President of the 14th ICESCO General Conference; and Dr. Dawas Taysir Dawas, Chairman of the ICESCO Executive Council.

    The ICESCO DG welcomed the accession of Lebanon to the Organization, given the country’s status and significance in the Islamic world and its presence in the fields of education, science and culture, commending Lebanon for being a model in coexistence and peace.

    In her address at the ceremony, Ms. Hiba Nashabé, Secretary-General of the Lebanese National Commission for Education, Science and Culture, conveyed the greetings and appreciation of Mr. Najib Mikati, commending the leading roles of ICESCO and its support for its Member States in the fields of education, science and culture. The Lebanese Secretary-General also hailed the Organization’s support and special interest it accords to Lebanon, even before the finalization of the accession legal procedures.

    The Members of the ICESCO Executive Council welcomed Lebanon’s official accession, reaffirming their eagerness to cooperate with the Lebanese National Commission.

    43rd Session of ICESCO Executive Council kicks off at its headquarters in Rabat

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    On Friday, December 23, 2022, the 43rd Session of the Executive Council of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) kicked off at the Organization’s Headquarters, in Rabat, with the attendance of 46 out of the 53 Member States of the Organization.

    The opening session began with the recitation of verses from the Holy Quran, followed by the address of Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General (DG), wherein he reaffirmed that the Organization continues its innovative and modernizing approach to have an integrated practical orientation and become among the most prestigious international institutions, noting that ICESCO won many distinguished international awards and certificates during 2022.

    He also reviewed the salient achievements of ICESCO, including the organization of conferences, seminars and workshops, the launch of initiatives and programs that give priority to women and youth, technology, space sciences and heritage safeguarding, and the establishment of several academic chairs in prestigious universities, adding that ICESCO currently hosts the International Museum of the Prophet’s Biography and Islamic Civilization as a new civilizational contribution.

    Moreover, ICESCO DG stated that the Organization promotes the principles of tolerance, anticipates the future, showcases arts and literature and celebrates the talents and skills of young people based on governance and transparency.

    In his address, Dr. Mohamed Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research of Egypt, Chairman of ICESCO’s General Conference, commended the constructive cooperation with the Organization in the fields of education, science and culture, within the framework of coordination with Member States and National Commissions, to define new trends for its strategies and programs, and respond to future requirements.

    He also commended ICESCO’s efforts in shaping the future, preserving cultural heritage, teaching Arabic for non-Arabic speakers, and building national capacities in the Member States by supporting education, qualifying and training youth and women, and supporting research and innovation.

    For his part, Dr. Dawas Tayseer Dawas, Chairman of ICESCO Executive Council and Secretary-General of the Palestinian National Commission for Education, Culture and Science, reaffirmed that the Organization should be applauded for its endeavors to spread outstanding educational and cultural practices, and meet the challenges and needs of Member States through various activities and programs.

    Besides, he explained the importance of convening the Executive Council for supporting ICESCO’s efforts to fulfill its mission in all fields, calling for continued development within the framework of a multilateral approach along with the orientations of the Organization’s General Directorate.

    At the end of the opening session, ICESCO DG announced the official accession of the Lebanese Republic to the Organization after fulfilling the legal procedures, indicating that he had received an official letter on this matter from Mr. Najib Mikati, Prime Minister of Lebanon.

    Afterward, the participants in the 43rd session of ICESCO Executive Council took a group photo. The working sessions will include presentations on the performance reports of sectors, departments, and specialized centers of ICESCO.

    ICESCO Signs Two Memoranda of Understanding for Cooperation on Health Care, Education and Rehabilitation for Women

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) signed two memoranda of understanding for humanitarian cooperation respectively with Embrace Relief, which works in the fields of health care, education and potable water programs, and Zenith International Health Foundation, which is active in the field of health care and training professionals. The two agreements aim at implementing a number of joint programs and projects.

    The two memoranda were signed at ICESCO Headquarters, in Rabat, by Ms. Amira El-Fadil, Head of ICESCO Partnerships and International Cooperation Sector, Mr. Osman Dulgeroglu, CEO of Embrace Relief, and Ms. Mary Akangbe, President of Zenith International Health Foundation.

    In her statement during the signing ceremony, Ms. Amira El-Fadil stressed that the programs and projects that will be implemented aim to support ICESCO Member States to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals, especially in the areas of health care, education, rehabilitation of women and potable water.

    For his part, Mr. Dolgiroglu indicated that the memorandum of understanding between the two organizations aims to implement projects, starting from next year, with an annual budget amounting to $600,000 in a number of ICESCO Member States.

    For her part, Ms. Akangbe reaffirmed that the memorandum aims to enhance awareness about social issues and health care through workshops over the next five years in a number of ICESCO Member States.

    The signing ceremony also brought together Dr. Koumbou Barry, Head of the Education Sector, Ms. Ramata Almamy Mbaye, Head of the Social and Human Sciences Sector, Mr. Mohamed Hedi Shili, Director of the Legal Affairs and International Standards Department, and Dr. Youssef Mohamed, expert at the Partnership and International Cooperation Sector.

    In cooperation with ICESCO, Korean Tablets Delivered to Support Girls’ Education in Niger

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) took part in a certificate signing ceremony upon receipt of tablets from the Korean company Woongjin ThinkBig, which specialized in the field of education and digital technology, to support girls’ education in the Republic of Niger.

    The signing ceremony, which was held on Thursday, December 22, 2022, at ICESCO Headquarters and via videoconference, saw the participation of Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, ICESCO Director-General (DG), Dr. Ibrahim Natatou, Nigerien Minister of National Education, Dr. Keeyong Chung, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Kingdom of Morocco, Mr. Salissou Ada, Nigerien Ambassador to the Kingdom of Morocco, Mr. JaeJin Lee, CEO of Woongjin ThinkBig, Mr. Joong Hee Han, Senior Director of Contents Development at the company, Mr. Chito Boubacar, First Advisor of the Embassy of Niger to the Kingdom of Morocco, Dr. Barry Boly Koumbou, Head of ICESCO’s Education Sector, and Dr. Sungbong Kim, Expert at the Sector.

    In his address, Dr. AlMalik emphasized the importance of this initiative aimed at supporting the efforts of the Nigerien Government to advance girls’ education and ensure their access to quality learning by offering them digital learning devices, noting that this initiative is part of ICESCO’s “Girls’ Digital Labs” Programme and its projects that are geared towards to enhance girls’ ability to use modern technology.

    In a video-recorded address, Mr. Jae-Jin Lee commended ICESCO’s support for its Member States and its endeavor to develop the educational field in Niger, hoping that this initiative marks the beginning of fruitful cooperation between ICESCO and the Korean company. Mr. Keeyong Chung conveyed his gratitude to the Organization for its efforts toward promoting education in the countries of the Islamic world.

    For his part, Dr. Ibrahim Natatou underscored the need for joint action to overcome major challenges in Niger’s education sector, praising ICESCO’s work and role in delivering digital devices. Mr. Salissou Ada lauded the effective cooperation between ICESCO and the Nigerien Government, calling for strengthened partnerships between the two parties in the Organization’s areas of competence.

    ICESCO Review Cooperation Developments with Several of its Member States

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), received on Thursday, December 22, 2022, a number of the Member States’ heads of delegation and secretaries-general who will take part in the 43rd Session of ICESCO Executive Council, to be held on Friday and Saturday.

    During a series of separate meetings, Dr. AlMalik reviewed with the heads of delegation and the secretaries-general the latest cooperation developments between ICESCO and their respective countries. The meetings also focused on the outcomes of the programs and projects implemented in cooperation with these countries’ competent parties and discussed the activities planned for the upcoming period, in collaboration with the competent parties of the Member States concerned and in coordination with their respective National Commissions. The activities are designed to meet the priorities and needs of each country.

    The first meeting was held with Dr. Dawas Tayseer Dawas, Chairman of ICESCO Executive Council, President of the Palestinian National Commission for Education, Science and Culture. Dr. AlMalik received in the second meeting Dr. Hafida Saleh Nasser Al-Shaikh, Acting Secretary-General of the Yemeni National Commission, in the presence of Dr. Mohammed Omar Basalim, Undersecretary of the Yemeni Ministry of Education for Projects, while in the third meeting he received Ms. Amna Al-Balushi, Secretary-General of the Omani National Commission.

    ICESCO DG also met with Mr. Muzaffar Kamilov, Advisor to the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan; Mr. Abdulai Pate Jalo, ICESCO National Correspondent in the Republic of Guinea Bissau; and Dr. Abdulkarim Sadegh Doust, President of the Irani National Commission, in the presence of Mr. Mahdi Fayyazi, Commission Secretary-General. Likewise, the Director-General held meetings with Mr. Syed Junaid Akhlaq, Secretary-General of the Pakistani National Commission for UNESCO and ICESCO, in the presence of Dr. Ikram Ali Malik, Director-General of the Federal Department of Education in Pakistan; and Mr. Aibek Artykbaev, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic.

    During these meetings, Dr. AlMalik reaffirmed ICESCO’s sustained support for its Member States’ efforts in the fields of education, science and culture, as part of its new vision and strategic orientations, and in coordination with each country’s National Commission.