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Subject: FW: Organziation of the Islamic Conference Newsletter 1 (2010)
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Date: Wednesday, January 6, 2010, 6:12 AM
Issue 1 (6 January 2010)
In this issue
· Ihsanoglu receives head of the political office of Hamas
· Turkey stresses its support to OIC's international Darfur donor's conference
· OIC Secretary General condemns Israeli excavations in Al-Quds
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OIC In Brief
The Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) is the second largest inter-governmental organization after the United Nations which has membership of 57 states spread over four continents. The Organization is the collective voice of the Muslim world and ensuring to safeguard and protect the nterests of the Muslim world in the spirit of promoting international peace and harmony among various people of the world. The Organization was established upon a decision of the historical summit which took place in Rabat, Kingdom of Morocco on 12th Rajab 1389 Hijra (25 September 1969) as a result of criminal arson of Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied Jerusalem.
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Ihsanoglu receives political bureau chief of Hamas
The OIC Secretary General Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu received Khaled Mishaal, the political bureau chief of Hamas Movement, and his accompanying delegation. He discussed with Mishaal the latest developments of the endeavors for reconciliation between the Palestinian factions.
The Secretary General stressed during the meeting on the need to achieve reconciliation at the earliest time in order to end the division among Palestinians and to enable them to stand in the face of Israeli settlement projects in the West Bank and Israeli plans for judaizing Al-Quds as well as to rebuild what Israeli aggressions destroyed in Gaza. The Secretary General also commended the efforts by Egypt and Saudi Arabia towards reuniting the Palestinians.
On his part, Mishaal expressed his hope for signing the reconciliation agreement in the near future and praised the stand of the OIC in support of the Palestinian people and Al-Quds.
Turkey stresses its support to OIC's international Darfur donor's conference
The OIC Secretary General Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu received the Turkish Minister of Foreign Affairs Ahmet Davutoglu at the OIC Headquarters in Jeddah on January 1, 2010. The meeting discussed the bilateral relations between the OIC and the Government of Turkey.
The Secretary General conveyed his thanks and gratitude for the generous support of the Government of Turkey to the OIC. Ihsanoglu briefed the Minister on the OIC activities, particularly in the fields of preventive diplomacy and human rights.
On his part, the Foreign Minister expressed his gratification for visiting the General Secretariat for the first time in his capacity as Minister of Foreign Affairs. He expressed his appreciation for the multi-level efforts deployed by the OIC General Secretariat within the new OIC vision. With reference to its very important role in various domains, he mentioned that the Government of Turkey has high expectations from the Organization and is following its activities in a close manner.
The two sides exchanged views on ways and means of achieving OIC support for the entrenchment of security and stability in Somalia .
The Foreign Minister stressed on Turkey 's support to the forthcoming international Darfur donor's conference to be held in Sharm Al Shiekh, Egypt , under the joint chairmanship of Turkey and Egypt aimed at bringing financial stability in the region.
The Secretary General and the Turkish Foreign Minister discussed in detail, the situation in the occupied City of Al-Quds and Gaza Strip, and the recent developments in the Middle East Peace Process. They agreed that juduaization of the city of Al Quds is a flagrant violation of international law and efforts at international forum should be enhanced.
The meeting highlighted the latest developments regarding the Cyprus issue as well as the need to surpass the unjust isolation through increased contacts between the Turkish Cypriots and the OIC Member States , particularly in the fields of commerce, investment, and tourism; education and culture were also among the issues discussed.
Ihsanoglu and Davutoglu stressed on the role of the OIC in the promotion of understanding between Muslims and Western World.
Exchange of views between the two parties included the role of the OIC in contributing to peace and security situation in Afghanistan, OIC-EU and OIC-OSCE (Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe) relations, the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina following the revitalization of the OIC Contact Group and the situation of Muslims in the non-OIC member countries, particularly the peace process in the Southern Philippines.
OIC Secretary General condemns Israeli excavations in Al-Quds
The Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu condemned continuing excavations by Israel in the surrounding and underneath Al-Aqsa Mosque, which led on the evening of January 2, 2010 to the collapse of part of the street linking the center of Salwan Village to Al-Aqsa Holy Mosque, 700 meters away from Al-Aqsa Mosque.
The Secretary General considered the continuation of the excavation a grave violation of International Law calling for a firm position from the international community and its institutions to deter Israel and prevent it from continuing such violations. The Secretary General also stressed that aggression against the place of the nocturnal journey of the Prophet -Peace be Upon Him- warns of serious repercussions, which requires united efforts by the Ummah to defend its sanctuaries subjected to violation and profanation.
The Secretary General sent a letter to the UNESCO Director General on the matter and conducted a series of urgent calls with many international parties in order to put pressure on Israel to force it to stop ongoing excavations which endanger Al-Aqsa Mosque and jeopardize international peace and security.
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In Brief
- The OIC General Secretariat is invited to participate in the Sustainable Influenza Vaccine Production Capacity Stakeholders' Workshop organized by the US Department of Health and Human Services on January 11-13, 2010 in Washington DC .
- OIC Secretary General Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu received on January 2, 2010 at the General Secretariat the Ambassador of Eritrea to Saudi Arabia Mohamed Omer Mahmoud who briefed the Secretary General on the situation in his country and the latest developments in the Horn of Africa. Ihsanoglu on his part stressed the need for peace and stability in the region and conveyed the preparedness of the OIC to contribute to the peaceful resolutions of conflicts in accordance with its new mandate, mission and vision. The two sides also reviewed the possibility of developing bilateral ties between them.
- The Islamic Development Bank (IDB) announced on January 4, 2010 that Standard & Poor's, one of the leading rating agencies in the world, has reaffirmed IDB's 'AAA' long term and 'A-1+' short term issuer ratings with a "stable" outlook. Standard & Poor's stated that the IDB's ratings are supported by very strong capitalization and liquidity, a good asset portfolio and preferred-creditor treatment and other shareholders' support.
- The Federation of the Universities of the Islamic World (FUIW) announced the opening of nominations for the University Research Prize 2010, with as topic scientific research and technology localization in the Islamic world. The deadline for accepting nominations was fixed at end February. Nominations are required to be submitted in Arabic, English or French by one of the FUIW's Member Universities, and the nominated works are supposed to be original and of high quality. The announcement of the prize is part of the FUIW's endeavors to boost university research and align it with the requirements of the Islamic world's development, celebrate scientists' outstanding achievements and encourage researchers in the FUIW Member Universities. For more information visit the link: http://www.isesco.org.ma/english/news/news.php?id=811
Calendar of Meetings
- Jan. 11-13: Sustainable Influenza Vaccine Production Capacity Stakeholders' Workshop – Washington , DC , USA
- Jan. 18-20: Meeting of the Intergovernmental Group of Experts (IGGE) on Considering the Statute for Observer Status at the OIC – OIC Headquarters, Jeddah , Saudi Arabia .
- Jan. 23-24: Expert Group Meeting on the Role of OIC in Maintenance of Security, Peacemaking and Conflict Resolution in Member States – OIC Headquarters, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.
- Feb. 15-17: Intergovernmental Experts Group Meeting on Human Rights – Jeddah , Saudi Arabia .
- Feb. 23-25: Conference of Ministers of Agriculture and Food Security – Khartoum , Sudan .
- Feb. 23-24: 27th COMSTECH Executive Committee Meeting – Riyadh , Saudi Arabia .
- March 11-14: OIC Building Exposition – Dakar , Senegal .
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