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    ICESCO Declares its Readiness to Develop Educational Programs in Afghanistan

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    Dr. Salim AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), met with Mr. Sayed Habibullah Agha, Minister of Education of Afghanistan, on Tuesday, February 5, 2025, and explored ways to enhance cooperation in the field of girls’ online education, teacher capacity building programs, curriculum development and early childhood care.

    At the beginning of the meeting, which was held via videoconference, Dr. AlMalik reaffirmed the Organization’s keenness to develop programs to benefit youth, women and girls in the fields of education, science and culture in Afghanistan, pointing out that the Organization is ready to cooperate with the Afghan competent authorities to provide learning opportunities for girls while taking into account the characteristics of Afghan society, by developing programs enabling girls to continue their studies remotely, noting that the Organization fully respects the specificities, values and traditions of societies of its Member States.

    For his part, the Mr. Habibullah Agha praised ICESCO’s roles in developing the fields of education, science and culture in the Islamic world, and invited ICESCO to send a delegation to Afghanistan as soon as possible to discuss the needs of developing the educational process and the ministry’s priorities in this field.

    The meeting was attended by Dr. Haddy Jatou Sey, Head of the Education Sector, Mr. Anar Karimov, Head of the Partnerships and International Cooperation Sector, Ms. Faizah Alaoui and Mr. Waqas Afridi, experts at the Education Sector.

    ICESCO Holds Third Workshop on “Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Cultural and Creative Industries”

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    As part of its Culture for Rethinking the World initiative, the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) held its third workshop on “Applications of Artificial Intelligence in Cultural and Creative Industries” on Monday, February 3, 2025. The session, organized for experts from ICESCO Member States and National Commissions, explored the latest advancements in AI and its potential to support cultural and creative industries.

    During the workshop, held via videoconference, Dr. Amin Hammami, an external ICESCO expert in digital creativity and digital culture, delivered a presentation on the role of AI in cultural industries. Dr. Hammami emphasized ICESCO’s contribution to cultural transformation and the promotion of cultural and creative industries through the integration of emerging technologies.

    Moderating the session, Ms. Zineb Bougrine, expert in creative intelligence in ICESCO’s Culture Sector, addressed the rapid progress of technology giants, especially in the fields of artificial intelligence. The participants highlighted the remarkable development in augmented and virtual reality and their applications in culture, including virtual museums and interactive exhibitions.

    Moreover, the workshop explored the ethical and technical challenges associated with AI technologies and their applications in the cultural and creative industries. Discussions covered generative tools for organizing virtual events and their current limitations.

    The workshop concluded with an emphasis on ICESCO’s commitment to advancing the transformation of creative industries, particularly as artificial intelligence technology reshapes cultural practices.

    ICESCO Co-Organizes the International Conference “Language Skills in Teaching Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers” in Türkiye

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    This Monday, February 3, 2025, the first International Conference on Language Competence in Teaching Arabic to Non-Arabic Speakers commenced under the theme “Challenges of Reality and Prospects for Development.” Co-hosted by the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), Bursa Uludağ University in Türkiye, its Faculty of Theology, and its Waqf Organization, the conference brings together 50 researchers from 20 countries to examine the major challenges in teaching Arabic to non-Arabic speakers and assess initiatives, innovations, and projects aimed at addressing these challenges.

    The opening session of the three-day conference featured speeches by Dr. Jefar Çevçir, Vice President of Bursa Uludağ University, and Dr. Adam Abak, Dean of the Faculty of Theology, who both praised ICESCO’s collaboration with Turkish universities in supporting the Arabic language in Türkiye and promoting specialized scientific research in this field.

    ICESCO is represented at the conference by Dr. Anas Hussam Saeed Al-Nuaimi, an expert at the Arabic Language Center for Non-Arabic Speakers, who delivered the Organization’s speech during the opening session. In his address, he highlighted ICESCO’s role in disseminating the Arabic language, strengthening scientific research, and publishing specialized studies on Arabic for non-Arabic speakers. He also chaired one of the conference sessions and presented a scientific paper titled: “The Importance of Arabic Poetry in the Acquisition of Language Skills for Non-Arabic Speakers.”

    Throughout its sessions, the conference will address several topics during its sessions, namely: problems of teaching language skills; analysis of language skills in textbooks for teaching Arabic to non-Arabic speakers; successful teaching strategies in learning and teaching language skills; assessment of language skills; and modern techniques for teaching language skills.

    ICESCO Director-General Receives Delegation from the Omani National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), received a delegation from the Omani National Commission for Education, Culture, and Science on Monday, February 3, 2025. The meeting marked the beginning of the delegation’s four-day visit to ICESCO’s headquarters in Rabat, aimed at exploring the Organization’s various sectors, centers, and departments, as well as its working methods and key programs benefiting its Member States.

    At the start of the meeting, Dr. AlMalik praised the strong partnership between ICESCO and the Sultanate of Oman, which has led to the successful organization of numerous international programs, workshops, and symposia in the fields of heritage conservation and cultural sustainability. He also expressed gratitude to Oman for hosting the Third ICESCO Conference of Ministers of Education in October 2024 and for its contribution to drafting the Riyadh Charter on AI Ethics for the Islamic World.

    Furthermore, Dr. AlMalik highlighted the Organization’s approach, which is based on communication with National Commissions in order to better identify the priorities of its Member States and implement projects that meet their needs. He also reviewed ICESCO’s efforts to integrate modern AI technologies into its various programs, pointing out that the Organization has recently obtained several prestigious international certifications in the fields of governance, innovation, creativity, and management, thus consolidating its role as an expertise hub that can serve its Member States.

    For their part, the members of the delegation praised ICESCO’s efforts to develop the fields of education, science, and culture in the Islamic world. They also expressed their willingness to strengthen cooperation in the fields of scientific research and university chairs in order to make a tangible and lasting impact in the scientific fields.

    The meeting was attended by Dr. Salim Al Habsi, Director of ICESCO’s General Secretariat for National Commissions and Conferences.

    ICESCO and NAUSS Call on Experts to Join a Symposium on Translation’s Role in Enhancing National and Global Security

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    The Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) invites all researchers and specialists to contribute research papers on one of the topics of the international symposium, “Translation and Security: The Role of Translation in Enhancing National and International Security,” to be held by ICESCO at its headquarters in Rabat from July 2 to 3, 2025, in cooperation with Naif Arab University for Security Sciences (NAUSS).

    The international symposium will examine various aspects of translation’s role in enhancing security, including its application in intelligence and counterterrorism efforts, as well as humanitarian translation for managing global crises. Additionally, it will explore the influence of recent technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence and machine translation, on the future of security and translation practices.

    The symposium will discuss five themes:

    1. The role of translation in addressing security crises and strengthening national and international security.
    2. The strategic partnership among security institutions, translation experts, and international organizations.
    3. The linguistic and cultural challenges of security-related translation.
    4. Security translation and the challenges of digital advancements.
    5. Translation and cybersecurity.

    Researchers interested in participating must submit original, unpublished papers ranging from 12 to 20 pages (3,000 to 5,000 words). A 300-word abstract in Arabic, English, or French, along with a CV, must be sent to events@nauss.edu.sa and TPC@ICESCO.org by March 1, 2025. Accepted abstracts will be announced on March 15, 2025, and full papers are due by May 2, 2025. For details and the conference concept note, visit: https://icesco.org/ar-037t.

    All submissions will undergo a rigorous review by a panel of experts in the field, and accepted papers will be published in a numbered scientific publication under ICESCO.

    ICESCO Deputy Director-General Participates in Emirates Airline Festival of Literature in Dubai

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    Dr. Abdelilah Benarafa, Deputy Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), participated in the 17th edition of the Emirates Airline Festival of Literature 2025. The festival, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, runs from January 29 to February 3, 2025.

    Organized by the Emirates Literature Foundation in partnership with Emirates Airlines and the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the festival celebrates the achievements of intellectuals and creatives through a series of thought-provoking activities. This year’s edition features more than 200 events, including discussions, panels, and literary and intellectual gatherings.

    During the festival’s opening session, Dr. Benarafa was honored with the Golden Visa in recognition of his distinguished contributions to literature, thought, and culture, as well as his remarkable literary career.

    As part of his visit to the UAE, Dr. Benarafa delivered an academic lecture on Thursday, January 30, 2025, titled “The Role of Literature and Contemporary Narratives in Shaping Epistemological and Civilizational Perspectives.”

    Hosted by Al Wasl University in Dubai, the lecture explored various literary and intellectual themes, highlighting the university’s pivotal role in advancing academic research. Dr. Benarafa also shared insights into his literary journey, particularly in novel writing, engaging students and attendees in discussions that foster knowledge exchange and contribute to their academic and professional growth.

    ICESCO Director-General Receives Yemeni Foreign Minister and Confirms Implementation of Several Joint Projects

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General (DG) of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), received Dr. Shaya Mohsin Zindani, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates of the Republic of Yemen, and together they explored ways to promote the special partnership relations between ICESCO and Yemen in areas of common interest.

    At the beginning of the meeting, held on Thursday, January 30, 2025, in the presence of Amb. Ezzedin Al-Asbahi, Ambassador of Yemen to Morocco, Dr. AlMalik highlighted the Organization’s efforts to implement a series of diverse programs and projects in Yemen, in line with the priorities of the relevant Yemeni authorities. He also cast light on a number of successful programs implemented by the Organization in the country, in cooperation with international and local institutions, including the Girl Dropout School Reintegration Project, benefiting 19,000 girls.

    For his part, the Yemeni Minister commended ICESCO’s efforts to serve its Member States, noting that the Organization have made major strides in the past five years, through quality work within its areas of competence.
    Dr. Al-Zindani also reviewed his country’s efforts, despite the challenges, to identify needs in the educational, cultural and scientific fields, expressing Yemen’s need to strengthen cooperation with ICESCO.

    In this context, Dr. AlMalik stressed that ICESCO places a high priority on meeting the needs of Yemen, expressing its readiness to welcome young men and women to receive training at its headquarters, and to hold specialized training workshops for them, both inside and outside Yemen.

    The DG conveyed the Organization’s readiness to help assess the damage to Yemeni educational, cultural and heritage sites and institutions and issue a technical report in this regard.

    The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohamed Zinealabidine, Head of the Culture Sector, Mr. Osama Heikal, Head of the Sector of Media and Communication, and Amb. Khalid Fathalrahman, Head of the Center for Civilizational Dialogue.

    ICESCO and the Tunisian Ministry of Higher Education Agree to Cooperate in Support of the Higher Education System

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), and Mr. Mondher Belaid, Tunisian Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, discussed cooperation between their institutions to enhance the university education system and strengthen collaboration between academic institutions and research centers.

    During the meeting, held at the Ministry’s headquarters in Tunis on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, Dr. AlMalik reviewed the main thrusts of the Organization’s vision and strategic orientations, as well as the programs and projects it is implementing, particularly in the areas of capacity building for youth and women, promotion of scientific research and innovation, and investment in technology and AI.

    ICESCO Director-General underlined the Organization’s great interest in cooperating with universities as centers of cultural and civilizational influence, stressing the need to work towards the inclusion of Islamic world universities in international rankings that serve as criteria for facilitating cooperation between universities and research institutions, and expressed his keenness to cooperate with Tunisian universities in research fields that fall within ICESCO’s areas of competence and to establish several research chairs within these universities.

    For his part, Mr. Belaid presented key indicators of the quality of Tunisian university education, noting that Tunisia is the only Arab and African partner country participating in “Horizon Europe,” the European Union’s primary program for research and innovation. He also expressed Tunisia’s commitment to attracting international students.

    The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohamed Zine El Abidine, Head of the Culture and Communication Sector; Mr. Osama Heikal, Head of the Media and Communication Sector; Dr. Salim Al Habsi, Director of the General Secretariat for National Commissions and Conferences; Dr. Kais Hammami, Head of ICESCO’s Foresight and Artificial Intelligence Centre; and Mr. Mohamed Hedi Shili, Director of the Legal Affairs and International Standards Department.

    ALECSO Receives and Honors ICESCO Director-General with Shield of Excellence

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    Dr. Salim M. AlMalik, Director-General of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO), met with Dr. Mohamed Ould Amar, Director-General of the Arab League Educational, Cultural, and Scientific Organization (ALECSO), to discuss prospects for strengthening cooperation and partnership between the two organizations, particularly in education and scientific research.

    The meeting took place on Tuesday, 28 January 2025, at ALECSO headquarters in Tunis. Dr. Mohamed Ould Amar welcomed Dr. AlMalik and his accompanying delegation during their official visit to Tunisia.
    Dr. AlMalik expressed his pleasure at visiting ALECSO headquarters, describing it as a hub of expertise for the Arab world. He highlighted the synergy between the missions of the two organizations in the Islamic world.

    Moreover, Dr. AlMalik reaffirmed ICESCO’s commitment to collaborating with ALECSO, emphasizing the importance of fostering trust-based cooperation to achieve shared objectives. He also stressed the need for both organizations to exchange expertise and knowledge in their respective fields.
    For his part, Dr. Mohamed Ould Amar underscored the strong ties between ALECSO and ICESCO, which enable them to tackle common challenges in pursuit of their shared goals. These include advancing education, enhancing scientific research, building high-quality educational systems, and improving curricula. He also highlighted broader efforts to promote culture, science, and education across the Arab and Islamic worlds.

    At the end of the meeting, ALECSO presented Dr. AlMalik with its Shield of Excellence in recognition of his contributions to education, culture, and science, as well as his efforts in strengthening the bond between the two organizations.

    ICESCO Participates in the Project to Establish a Unified Reference Framework for the Arabic Language

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    The Center of Arabic for Non-Arabic Speakers at the Islamic World Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) participated in the meeting of the scientific committee members for the project to establish a Unified Reference Framework for the Arabic language in teaching, learning, and assessment. The Project is supervised by the Arab League Educational, Cultural, and Scientific Organization (ALECSO) in Tunisia and is funded by the Islamic Development Bank.

    The first scientific session of the meeting, held on Tuesday, 28 January 2025, via videoconference, was attended by Dr. Mohamed Ould Amar, ALECSO Director-General, along with several officials from relevant Arab and international institutions.

    In his remarks, Dr. Ould Amar outlined the motivations for establishing a shared Reference Framework for the Arabic Language, encompassing cultural, developmental, civilizational, and scientific aspects. He noted that the initiative ultimately aims to secure a bright future for the Arabic language and strengthen its global standing.

    ICESCO was represented in the meeting by Dr. Majdi Haji Ibrahim, Head of ICESCO Center of Arabic for Non-Arabic Speakers. He expressed his agreement for the Center to lead a specialized working group tasked with evaluating Arabic language teaching curricula in terms of content and methodology, both within the Arab world and beyond.

    Additionally, the group will formulate key indicators and standards for educational curricula at various levels and provide educational guidelines on curriculum development, instructional design, and pedagogical frameworks.