Iraqi President Visits Muslim Council of Elders' Pavilion at Baghdad International Book Fair, Praises Its Diverse Publications

Iraqi President Extends Official Invitation to Muslim Council of Elders for Participation in Najaf International Book Fair Under His Patronage

His Excellency Dr. Abdul Latif Rashid, President of the Republic of Iraq, visited the Muslim Council of Elders' pavilion at the 25th edition of the Baghdad International Book Fair. During his tour of the pavilion, the President reviewed the Council’s diverse publications, which include over 220 works in five languages, addressing key intellectual and cultural issues.

His Excellency President Abdul Latif Rashid commended the Council's high-quality publications and its wide-ranging activities in various Islamic, humanitarian, and intellectual fields. He praised the Council’s efforts to promote enlightened, moderate thought, highlight Islamic heritage, combat extremist ideologies, and correct misconceptions. The Iraqi President expressed his appreciation for the pioneering work of the Muslim Council of Elders, led by His Eminence Prof. Dr. Ahmed Al-Tayeb, Grand Imam of Al-Azhar, in promoting and strengthening values of tolerance, peace, and human coexistence between religions and cultures, as well as fostering inter-Islamic dialogue. 

The Iraqi President also extended an official invitation to the Muslim Council of Elders to participate in the fourth edition of the Holy Najaf International Book Fair, which will be held under his patronage in February of next year.

For his part, His Excellency Judge Mohamed Abdelsalam, Secretary-General of the Muslim Council of Elders, expressed the Council’s deep appreciation for this kind invitation from President Dr. Abdul Latif Rashid. His Excellency Judge Abdelsalam affirmed the Council’s eagerness to accept the invitation and participate in the Najaf International Book Fair. His Excellency emphasized that the Council’s participation in international book fairs and events serves as a bridge for intellectual and cultural exchange between different cultures and as an effective means of raising awareness among nations and peoples about key humanitarian values and principles. It also provides an opportunity to present an enlightened intellectual perspective on important Islamic and humanitarian issues.

This marks the first time the Muslim Council of Elders has had its own pavilion at the Baghdad International Book Fair, featuring a wide range of distinguished publications. In addition, the Council is organizing a series of seminars and events with contributions from prominent thinkers, scholars, and academics. These discussions will explore ways to enhance dialogue and understanding among the various Islamic schools of thought and ideologies and to build bridges of communication and cooperation among the diverse components of the Muslim Ummah. The Council’s mission is to promote peace, reinforce the values of dialogue and tolerance, and extend bridges of coexistence among all people, regardless of their race or creed. The Council’s pavilion is located in the Baghdad Hall, Pavilion H2.