Muslim Council Of Elders Organizes Iftars For Interfaith Dialogue In Kazakhstan And Pakistan
The Muslim Council of Elders recently extended its global outreach by hosting Iftar gatherings in Kazakhstan and Pakistan, bringing together prominent religious leaders and figures from diverse sectors. These events underscored the Council's commitment to fostering values of tolerance, peace, acceptance, and dialogue among different religions, aiming to build mutual understanding and cooperation.
In Kazakhstan, the event was organized by the Central Asia branch of the Muslim Council of Elders. It saw the participation of notable individuals such as Nukezhanov Yerzhan Bolathanuly, Head of Kazakhstan's Religious Affairs Committee, Ershat Agybayuly, Deputy Mufti of Kazakhstan, Yangaliev Asghat Jomarovych, Leader of the Baha'i Faith Religious Association, and Novgorodov Yuri Timofeevich, Leader of the Evangelical Lutheran Religious Association. The gathering also included ambassadors, Senate members, and intellectuals.
Dr. Darkhan Qydyrali, Kazakhatan's Senate Deputy and Supervisor of the Muslim Council of Elders office in Central Asia, highlighted that the establishment of the branch is in line with the vision shared by His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, along with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev of Kazakhstan and Maulen Ashimbayev, Chairman of the Senate. The aim is to bolster cooperation in promoting dialogue, tolerance, and peace based on Kazakhstan's model of coexistence.
Adil Kurmanzhanuly Akhmetov and Baitilesuly Zhusip Nurtore also delivered speeches at the Iftar in Kazakhstan. They commended the establishment of the Central Asia branch for its role in enhancing communication, reviving intellectual heritage, and educating younger generations.
In Pakistan, the Iftar organized by the Muslim Council of Elders was attended by religious leaders including Dr. Qibla Ayaz, Chairman of the Council of Islamic Ideology. Dr. Ayaz lauded the Council's decade-long efforts under Grand Imam Ahmed Al-Tayeb's leadership to promote peaceful coexistence and human fraternity. He emphasized the importance of instilling these values in both current and future generations to enhance understanding and communication among different religious communities.
Former parliament member Sardar Ranjit Singh and Christopher Sharif also praised the Muslim Council of Elders for its role in promoting harmony among religions. They highlighted the critical role religious leaders play in addressing global humanitarian challenges.
The Muslim Council of Elders has established branches in Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, and Kazakhstan as part of its mission to strengthen communication with Muslims worldwide. The aim is to promote dialogue, tolerance, and human coexistence across different communities and faiths.
With inputs from WAM
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