Minister of Islamic Affairs Participates in 12th GCC Meeting on Islamic Affairs

 Minister of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance Sheikh Dr. Abdullatif Al Alsheikh participated in the 12th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Islamic Affairs and Awqaf in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) member states on Tuesday, held in Manama, Bahrain, with the participation of ministers and heads of delegations from across the GCC.
 The meeting discussed several topics to strengthen Gulf cooperation in Islamic affairs and endowments, including exchanging research, experiences, and expertise; reviewing successful initiatives in Islamic work; the GCC Endowments Week; and ways to develop endowment activities and enhance their role in society. Discussions also covered raising awareness of endowments, charitable work, and volunteering.
 The ministers also explored opportunities to exchange expertise in mosque development while preserving architectural identity, establish a Gulf scientific observatory, and prepare a working paper to counter deviant ideologies.
 These discussions aim to strengthen integration and coordination among GCC states and promote the values of moderation and balance.