Davos Forum selects Al-Issa to deliver closing address on religious dialogue ...Saudi Arabia

DAVOS — The World Economic Forum 2026 selected Sheikh Mohammed Al-Issa, Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Muslim Scholars Association, to deliver the closing address of the forum’s religious and intellectual participation. In his speech, Al-Issa highlighted a range of initiatives, programs and successful experiences undertaken by the Muslim World League across different regions of the world. He reviewed several prominent models that have produced tangible positive impact, including a League initiative welcomed and supported by the United Nations at its headquarters in New York, titled “Building Bridges of Understanding and Cooperation Between East and West.” The initiative marked the first comprehensive international effort with implementation programs aimed at correcting narratives of inevitable civilizational conflict, which have been among the leading drivers of hate-related practices and their dangerous consequences. Al-Issa stressed that Islam, while fundamentally a monotheistic faith, represents a comprehensive system of values within a moral framework that views human beings as dignified and accountable for their words, actions and choices. He noted that Islamic teachings affirm justice as a core value essential to social stability and the protection of human dignity and rights, without discrimination based on race or religious affiliation. He explained that mercy lies at the heart of the Islamic worldview as a central human value guiding ethical engagement with others and with difference. Citing examples, Al-Issa said Islam calls for peace and tolerance as the foundation of sound human relations, viewing coexistence as the norm rather than the exception. “From this perspective, Islam aligns with the shared humanitarian principles embraced by the contemporary world, as reflected in the United Nations Charter and the international laws, norms and conventions derived from it, which focus on safeguarding human dignity, regulating relations and refining conduct — a principle Islam expressed as the completion of noble moral character,” he said. Al-Issa noted that the Muslim World League has worked to bridge relations among Islamic schools of thought and to clarify the Islamic civilizational approach to engaging with a world marked by religious, ethnic and cultural diversity. He said this effort extends to key issues such as family, education, the environment, citizenship and coexistence through the Makkah Declaration. The declaration was endorsed by more than 1,200 muftis and scholars in Makkah and later adopted by the 57 member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. He also referenced the “Building Bridges Between Islamic Schools of Thought” document, noting that large numbers of imams worldwide are being trained on the principles of both documents. Al-Issa said the Makkah Declaration affirms that Muslims are an active part of the global community, engaging constructively with all its components for the benefit of humanity. It recognizes diversity in beliefs, religions and schools of thought as a universal reality and affirms the equality of all people in their shared humanity and common origin. He added that the declaration underscores the importance of civilizational dialogue as the most effective means of understanding in a diverse world, identifying shared values and overcoming barriers to coexistence. It also affirms the innocence of religions and doctrines from the crimes or mistakes committed by their followers or those who falsely claim affiliation, and rejects linking faiths to such acts. Al-Issa concluded by emphasizing the importance of global solidarity among all peace-oriented institutions to strengthen friendship and cooperation among nations and peoples through joint initiatives and programs whose impact can be measured and sustainably developed.

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