Makkah hosted the signing of a memorandum of understanding in the field of Islamic affairs between the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance and the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
According to SPA, the agreement was signed at the ministry’s branch in Makkah by Dr. Awad bin Sabti Al-Anazi, Undersecretary for Islamic Affairs, representing the Minister, and Sabudin Abdul Rahim, Minister of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
The MoU aims to strengthen cooperation in Islamic affairs, introduce the values of Islam, and clarify its position on contemporary issues. It focuses on raising the cultural level of Muslims, preserving their identity, and promoting values of affection, mercy, and solidarity according to the laws of both countries.
Cooperation includes exchanging scientific publications, books, and research in various languages. The agreement also covers coordinating visits by the Imams of the Two Holy Mosques to the Philippines and organizing scientific conferences and training seminars for imams, preachers, callers, and muezzins. Additionally, specialized scholars and preachers will participate in Islamic seminars and conferences held in both nations.
Where was the MoU between Saudi Arabia and the Philippines signed and who represented the parties? The memorandum of understanding was signed at the branch of the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in Makkah. Representing the Saudi ministry was Dr. Awad bin Sabti Al-Anazi, the Undersecretary for Islamic Affairs, who signed on behalf of the Minister. The Philippine side was represented by Sabudin Abdul Rahim, the Minister of the National Commission on Muslim Filipinos.
What are the primary goals of the cooperation agreement between the two entities? The agreement aims to enhance cooperation in Islamic affairs and introduce the values of Islam and its position on contemporary issues. It further seeks to raise the cultural level of Muslims, preserve their identity and entity, and promote values of solidarity, mercy, and affection in accordance with the legislation and instructions of both countries.
What specific activities are included in the MoU regarding educational and scientific exchange? The MoU includes the exchange of scientific publications, books, and research in Islamic affairs across different languages. It also provides for the coordination of visits by the Imams of the Two Holy Mosques to the Philippines and the organization of training seminars and scientific conferences to qualify muezzins, imams, preachers, and callers.