Saturday, June 21, 2025
Istanbul, Turkey (HAN) — Somali Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Abdisalam Abdi Ali, arrived in Istanbul on Friday to participate in the 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).
This high-level diplomatic meeting, taking place from June 21 to 22, aims to strengthen cooperation and solidarity among OIC member states. Foreign ministers from across the Islamic world will engage in strategic discussions focused on enhancing joint Islamic action, with particular attention to addressing shared political, social, and economic challenges.
The summit’s agenda includes in-depth dialogue on critical regional and international issues impacting Muslim-majority countries. Key topics include the ongoing Israeli military operations in Gaza, escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, and other pressing geopolitical developments affecting stability in the Islamic world.
Hosted by Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, the conference convenes at a time of heightened tensions in the Middle East, drawing global concern and emphasizing the need for a unified Islamic stance.
This year’s session is being held under the theme: “The Organization of Islamic Cooperation in a Transforming World.” The theme underscores the dynamic global changes and calls for renewed unity, constructive dialogue, and enhanced cooperation among Islamic nations.
In a statement, the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized the significance of the gathering, describing it as a vital opportunity for member states to reaffirm their collective commitment to solidarity and to jointly navigate the complex geopolitical landscape facing the Muslim Ummah.
