Briefing Security advice On Thursday, Khaled Khiari, deputy secretary general for the Middle East, said that the OIC remains an “essential” partner in efforts to promote peace, confirm international law and provide sustainable political solutions in a range of crisis contexts.
Based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, the OIC has 57 Member States and five observers, representing an important political, economic and religious constituency.
“” His voice has a considerable weight in some of the situations of the world assigned to conflicts“Said Mr. Khiari.
“” The UN values this partnership, not only as a question of institutional cooperation, but as an essential component of our efforts to promote sustainable peace, inclusive governance and respect for international law and human rights.“”
He stressed that cooperation aligns with Chapter VIII of the Charter of the United Nationswho encourages partnerships with regional organizations in peace and security, and with the Pact for the future – Adopted by the Member States last September to revitalize multilateralism and meet global challenges thanks to collective action.
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Mr. Khiari described the joint un-ICO work in GazaIncluding the recent approval of the Bloc and the Arab States League of a recovery and reconstruction plan, as well as the collaboration on the question of Jerusalem during an annual conference held in Dakar, Senegal.
In SudanWhere more than two years of war have brought devastating humanitarian consequences, he praised the support of the MPO for international mediation, including the support of the personal envoy of the UN Secretary General, Ramtane Lamamra.
Turning to AfghanistanMr. Khiari praised the role of the OIC in the “Doha process” led by the non-divided, noting his continuous commitment to the Taliban de facto authorities and the advocacy for the rights of Afghan women and girls-an area where the moral and religious status of the OIC has a particular influence.
On MyanmarThe OIC remains an essential voice in global efforts to ensure a safe, worthy and voluntary return of the Rohingyas to the state of Rakhine. He noted a sustained coordination between the Special Envoy of the Secretary General of the United Nations and the OIC to put pressure for the responsibility and the rights of citizenship.
A broad view of the Security Council as ASG Khaled Khiari informs members of cooperation between the UN and the organization of Islamic cooperation.
Cooperation on global issues
Deputy Secretary General Khiari also underlined the growing collaboration between the two organizations on elections, including training on the observation and political participation of women. A new staff exchange program also helps strengthen institutional links.
He recognized the management of OIC in the fight against Islamophobia and all forms of religious intolerance, an area where the UN has intensified efforts, including by the appointment of a special envoy.
Cooperation against terrorism has also progressed, following a memorandum of understanding of March 2024. Comprint initiatives include technical support, parliamentary commitment and rights -based prevention strategies.
“While we are progressing with the implementation of the Pact for the future,” concluded Mr. Khiari.The UN-OIC partnership will remain essential to defuse tensions, advance sustainable peace and strengthen multilateral standards and principles.“”
Originally published at Almouwatin.com
