Dhaka, November 5, 2024 – In a significant diplomatic development, Saudi Ambassador to Bangladesh, Issa bin Youssef Al-Duhailan, warmly received a delegation from the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance at the Saudi Embassy in Dhaka on Monday. The delegation, which is on a four-day visit to Bangladesh, is conducting a series of religious courses and scholarly sessions in Chittagong and Cox's Bazar as part of the Ministry’s ongoing outreach program aimed at fostering Islamic education and strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations.
The Saudi ambassador expressed his admiration for the Ministry of Islamic Affairs’ dedication to supporting the religious and educational needs of Bangladeshi Muslims. He commended the initiatives, which are designed to promote a balanced and moderate interpretation of Islam, and highlighted the importance of such programs in nurturing an environment of tolerance and mutual respect within the Muslim community. Ambassador Al-Duhailan underscored that these efforts align with Saudi Arabia’s broader mission of promoting the values of peace, understanding, and compassion, not only within the Kingdom but also on a global scale.
In his address, the Ambassador emphasized the significance of collaboration between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh in advancing Islamic teachings that emphasize the principles of moderation and empathy. He acknowledged the invaluable role of the Ministry’s religious attaché, as well as the dedicated efforts of local Islamic leaders and institutions, in organizing these impactful sessions in Chittagong and Cox's Bazar. These regions, which have large Muslim populations, stand to benefit greatly from the initiative’s goal of disseminating authentic Islamic knowledge and promoting harmonious community relations.
Ambassador Al-Duhailan further expressed his gratitude to the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah, and Guidance for its continued support and active engagement with Bangladeshi scholars and religious institutions. The Saudi Embassy’s commitment to facilitating these programs, he added, is a testament to the Kingdom’s unwavering dedication to serving the global Muslim community and fostering peaceful, productive relations between the two nations.
The ongoing outreach program is part of the Ministry's broader mission to spread the core values of Islam, including compassion, tolerance, and the promotion of religious harmony. These initiatives aim not only to enhance the understanding of Islamic teachings but also to strengthen the cultural and religious ties between Saudi Arabia and Bangladesh, which has long been a partner in promoting Islamic values across the region.
As the program continues in Chittagong and Cox's Bazar, the Ministry remains committed to advancing the principles of Islamic compassion both within the Kingdom and internationally, demonstrating Saudi Arabia’s ongoing role as a leader in the global Muslim community.
