MINUTES MEETING AT ICCKL, 30TH MARCH, 2024. 02:30 PM VISIT OF DR SHAHRIARI, SECRETARY GENERAL OF TAQRIB MAZAHIB ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN TO KUALA LUMPUR
The following members were present:
- Tuan Haji Azmi, President of MAPIM
- Harzlina Binti Mohd Sahar, P.A. cum Senior Special Officer to President
- Zuhri Yuhyi, Executive Director, Secretariat Ayghur Care International (SUCI)
- D.S. Ahmad Awang, Chairman Alliance of World Masajid in Defence Al-Aqsa
- Datin Seri Rosiah Salleh, Secretary Welface Associate of Ophance Tasawwur Islam Perak
Also present from the Iran Cultural Center :
1. Dr. Habibreza Arzani, Cultural Counsellor, Iran Cultural Center KL
2. Dr. Hamid Shahriari, Secretary General of Taqrib Mazahib Islamic Republic of Iran
3. Mr Ebrahim Saeidi, 1st Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Kuala Lumpur
4. Sharifah Asruha binti Syed Ahmad, Cultural Officer, Iran Cultural Center KL
Cikgu Azmi's Proposed Initiatives for the Muslim Community
This document summarizes Cikgu Azmi's proposals for strengthening the Muslim community and addressing current challenges.
1. Muslim Scientist Conference and Collaboration:
- Organize a conference specifically for Muslim scientists (e.g., doctors, engineers) to foster collaboration and address fragmentation within the Muslim scientific community.
- Promote shared understanding among Muslim scientists to strengthen the Muslim world's ability to defend itself.
2. Supporting Muslim Minorities:
- Hold a National Conference of Muslim Minorities, focusing on issues faced by Muslims in Myanmar, Thailand, and other countries.
- Advocate for the rights of Muslim minorities and promote respect for their way of life.
3. Global Network of Mosques:
- Develop a network connecting mosques worldwide to facilitate communication, collaboration, and support for Al-Aqsa.
- Utilize mosque pulpits (mimbar) to raise awareness about the situation in Palestine and garner support.
- Train imams and mosque management on internationalization efforts, emphasizing support for the global Muslim community (ummah).
- Initially focus on mosques in Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Philippines, Brunei, and Singapore.
Additional Points:
- Address political divisions within Malaysia to unite for the greater good of the Ummah.
- Reclaim leadership (qiblah) for the Muslim world by focusing on self-reliance and Islamic values.
- Organize a large demonstration for Al-Quds Day on April 5th.
- Advocate for strong international action, including a peacekeeping force for Gaza and sanctions against Israel.
- Promote ethical Islamic virtues to young people and counter negative Western influences.
- Emphasize the importance of strong Islamic family traditions.
Collaboration with Iran:
- Explore collaboration with Iranian NGOs on various initiatives.
- Dr. Shahriari (Iranian representative) expressed willingness to share expertise and resources.
Official Invitation Requested:
- Dr. Shahriari requested an official invitation to participate in the proposed events.
Triangle Concept for Family Strengthening:
- Cikgu Azmi proposed a "triangle concept" for Dr. Shahriari's Family Conference, focusing on the interconnectedness of family, mosque, and madrasah (school).
Mim Project in Iran:
- Dr. Arzani mentioned the "Mim Project" in Iran, which focuses on the connection between family (Manzil), mosque (Masjid), and madrasah.
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