Minister of Foreign Affairs Iruthisham Adam has called for stronger solidarity and cooperation among members of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) to address global challenges and advance the rights of the Palestinian people.
Speaking at the 52nd Session of the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers in Baghdad, Iraq, Minister Iruthisham emphasised the need for deeper dialogue and collective action to achieve lasting peace.
She highlighted the importance of inclusivity in sustainable development, outlining the Maldivian government’s efforts to expand opportunities for persons with disabilities and strengthen the participation of women and young people in public life.
Marking 50 years of the Maldives’ membership of the OIC, the minister reaffirmed the country’s commitment to working with member states to strengthen solidarity and advance the collective interests of the Muslim world.
She also reiterated the Maldives’ support for the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people and the establishment of an independent and sovereign Palestinian state based on the pre-1967 borders, with East Jerusalem as its capital.
Minister Iruthisham called for greater cooperation among OIC member states to advance the Palestinian cause.
On the sidelines of the session, she met with foreign ministers from other member states to discuss strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
The annual Council of Foreign Ministers meeting brings together representatives of OIC member states to discuss issues affecting the Muslim world and explore collective solutions.
The minister was accompanied by Additional Secretary Shiruzimath Sameer and Assistant Director Mohamed Shujau.