ABU DHABI, 8th October, 2024 (WAM) -- Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, participated in the 22nd session of the General Secretariat of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions, held from 7th to 8th October in Astana, Kazakhstan. The session saw the participation of approximately 30 religious leaders and heads of international organisations from 20 countries around the world.
In his speech, the Secretary-General expressed the Muslim Council of Elders’ appreciation for the remarkable efforts of the Congress of Leaders of World and Traditional Religions in promoting values of tolerance and mutual respect, and in fostering understanding among religious communities.
He praised the Congress for establishing a pioneering experience since its launch in Astana in 2003. Judge Abdelsalam also commended Kazakhstan for its rich religious, cultural, and civilizational diversity, which has been a continuous historical legacy. Abdelsalam also highlighted that the Muslim Council of Elders has maintained an active presence in this international conference over the past number of years, participating in seven consecutive sessions including in 2022 when Astana hosted a symbolic and historic gathering featuring His Eminence Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar and Chairman of the Muslim Council of Elders, alongside His Holiness Pope Francis and other religious leaders from around the world.
Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam was unanimously elected as a Goodwill Ambassador of the Congress for a renewable three-year term, in recognition of his dedication to promoting dialogue, tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and interfaith and intercultural understanding.
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