Islamabad, December 13, 2021 (PPI-OT): H.E. Hathal Homoud Alotaibi, President, International Islamic University (IIU) participated in eighth annual meeting of the Islamic Advisory Group (IAG) in Egypt. The group this year reiterated its commitment to continue supporting the Global Polio Eradication Initiative, echoing its trust in the safety and effectiveness of all routine childhood vaccinations as a lifesaving tool that aligns with Islamic shariah.
The meeting further emphasized the key role of the IAG in addressing public health priorities as part of its expanded mandate, which extends to improving the health and well-being of people guided by the teachings of Islam and supporting mother and child health initiatives.
This year’s IAG meeting was hosted by Al Azhar Al Sharif in Cairo, Egypt, under the co-chairmanship of Al Azhar and the International Islamic Fiqh Academy (IIFA) with the participation of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC), and the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB). Among the topics discussed during the meeting was the significant role of Islamic scholars and organizations in rectifying people’s understanding about public health matters, especially COVID-19.
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