ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari has praised the Muslim World League (MWL) for its significant role in countering extremism and Islamophobia, as well as its commitment to social welfare, women’s empowerment, and education.
He expressed these views during a meeting with Dr. Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Secretary General of the MWL and Chairman of the Organisation of Muslim Scholars, who called on him in Islamabad on Friday, Radio Pakistan reported.
The President highlighted the International Conference on Girls’ Education in Muslim Communities—hosted by MWL in Islamabad earlier this year—as a key initiative to strengthen the intellectual and moral foundations of the Muslim Ummah.
Discussing MWL’s partnership with Pakistan, President Zardari pointed to the Seerat-un-Nabi Museum, jointly inaugurated last year, as a powerful symbol of the two sides’ shared reverence for the life and message of the Holy Prophet (PBUH).
He also welcomed the proposed agreement between MWL and Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony, emphasising the need for a coordinated approach to joint projects across sectors such as health, education, and humanitarian assistance.
Reaffirming Pakistan’s support for the Palestinian people, the President praised peace efforts led by Saudi Arabia and the MWL, including the Sharm El-Sheikh Peace Summit and the Gaza Plan. He stressed that any viable peace initiative must include a lasting ceasefire, Israeli withdrawal, and the reconstruction of Gaza.
On bilateral relations, President Zardari described Pakistan’s ties with Saudi Arabia as historic and rooted in shared faith and mutual respect. He expressed anticipation for the upcoming visit of the Saudi Crown Prince and noted the growing cooperation between the two countries in defence, trade, investment, and energy.
He lauded the Muslim World League’s role in uniting the Muslim Ummah and promoting dialogue, tolerance, and compassion. He reaffirmed Pakistan’s desire to strengthen cooperation with the league in education, interfaith harmony and humanitarian relief.
President Asif Ali Zardari met Secretary General of the Muslim World League, Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, at Aiwan-e-Sadr. He praised MWL’s role in promoting unity & interfaith harmony and reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to cooperation in education & humanitarian relief. pic.twitter.com/nqKnDUU5oB
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The President appreciated Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa’s leadership in promoting unity, moderation, and interfaith harmony, and acknowledged the League’s humanitarian and educational initiatives around the world.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa said Pakistan holds a special place in the hearts of the Saudi people. He said bilateral relations between the two brotherly countries continue to grow stronger with each passing day.
Dr Mohammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa further noted that the recent defence cooperation agreement between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia reflects the deep trust and strategic alignment between the two nations.
