Makkah, May 13, 2024, University of Malaya (UM) has awarded Muslim World League (MWL) Secretary-General and Chairman of the Organization of Muslim Scholars Sheikh Dr. Mohammed Al-Issa an honorary doctorate in political science, in recognition of his outstanding efforts in Islamic diplomacy.
Prime Minister of Malaysia Anwar Ibrahim attended the awarding ceremony.
UM Pro-Chancellor Dr. Aishah Ong said that the university was proud to grant the honorary degree to Al-Issa, a “prominent figure with solid religious influence who enjoys great respect and trust in the Islamic world”.
Al-Issa said he was honored to receive the degree “from such a distinguished university”, adding that this honor extends to MWL, which seeks to spread Islam's tolerant principles and build bridges of dialogue and cooperation with all.
