Jeddah, January 29, 2025 – In a notable diplomatic encounter, the Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, received Muhammad Samir Al-Naqshbandi, the Consul General and Permanent Representative of Iraq to the OIC, at the General Secretariat headquarters in Jeddah on Tuesday. The meeting served as an important platform to strengthen the ties between Iraq and the OIC, as both sides discussed ways to further enhance their cooperation within the organization.
During their discussions, Secretary-General Taha commended Iraq's longstanding and influential role in the OIC, acknowledging the country’s substantial contributions to the collective efforts of the Organization in promoting peace, security, and development within the Islamic world. Taha specifically highlighted Iraq's efforts in advancing joint Islamic action, emphasizing its pivotal role in shaping the OIC’s strategic initiatives.
The two leaders also explored various avenues for deepening cooperation between the OIC and Iraq, including expanding collaborative projects that address key challenges facing the Islamic world today. Their conversation touched on a wide range of issues of mutual interest, from political and economic cooperation to humanitarian and cultural exchanges, with a shared commitment to promoting unity and stability across the OIC member states.
The meeting underscored Iraq’s dedication to supporting the OIC’s mission and further enhancing the Organization’s collective impact in addressing global issues. Both Taha and Al-Naqshbandi expressed their commitment to working together to foster stronger ties between Iraq and the OIC, as well as to advancing the broader objectives of the Organization in the coming years.
This interaction highlighted the continuing importance of diplomatic dialogue and cooperation between member states, reinforcing the OIC's role as a key forum for addressing the concerns and aspirations of the Muslim world.