Jeddah, August 03, 2023 On a momentous occasion marking the conclusion of his tenure, Hissein Brahim Taha, the esteemed Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), graciously welcomed Ambassador Patrick Simonnet, the distinguished Special Envoy of the European Union to the OIC. This meeting, held today, served as a platform to commemorate the remarkable contributions made by Ambassador Simonnet during his tenure. In a recent gathering, the focus was on the potential for collaboration between the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and the European Union (EU). Additionally, the concerning matter of the recurrent offenses involving the desecration and burning of copies of the Holy Qur'an in Sweden and Denmark was addressed. In a riveting display of diplomatic prowess, His Excellency seized the moment during the meeting to underscore the profound significance of the decision emanating from the extraordinary Council of Foreign Ministers, which convened on the momentous date of July 31, 2023. In a scathing critique, the EU's Special Envoy did not mince words as he condemned the European Union Commission for its involvement in what can only be described as disgraceful incidents. In a display of mutual consensus, both factions emphasized the utmost significance of perpetuating an open and constructive discourse surrounding this matter.