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Islamic Countries Establish New Phase in Fighting Corruption

Sponsored by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the First Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states concluded a two-day meeting that included workshops and panel discussions in Jeddah. The meeting, held upon the invitation of Saudi Arabia, was attended by…

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Islamic Countries Adopt Makkah Agreement for Cooperation in Combating Corruption

Anti-corruption agencies of Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) member states have adopted the Makkah Agreement aimed at strengthening cooperation and preventing corruption crimes. The law enforcement agencies have attended their first ministerial meeting, in Jeddah.

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Saudi Arabia to Host 1st Ministerial Meeting of OIC’s Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies

Saudi Arabia, represented by the Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority, will host the First Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies in the Member States of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) on December 20 and 21. The meeting, which will be held in Jeddah under the patronage of Prince Mohammed…

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OIC, Arab Parliament Reject European Parliament's Resolution on Bahrain

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has expressed its rejection of the European Parliament's decision on the human rights situation in Bahrain, saying it was based on inaccurate information that offends the Kingdom. The OIC praised Bahrain's commitment to the principles of human rights and international standards, and the protection…

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Saudi Arabia Hosts First OIC Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Agencies

Saudi Oversight and Anti-Corruption Authority will host the first ministerial meeting of the anti-corruption law enforcement agencies of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) members. The meeting will be held in Jeddah on Dec.

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OIC Condemns Israeli Forces’ Premeditated Killing of Palestinian Citizens

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) condemned on Monday the field assassinations and premeditated killings by Israeli forces of Palestinian people, reported the Saudi Press Agency. It cited the most recent “heinous execution” committed by an Israeli soldier against Ammar Hamdi Mufleh that was documented by video and audio recordings…

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Human Rights Organizations Warn of Houthis' Obstruction of Girls Education in Yemen

Arab and regional human rights organizations warned that the Houthis in Yemen, the Taliban in Afghanistan, and Boko Haram in Nigeria obstructed girls' education. Coinciding with the UN's awareness campaign of "16 Days against Gender-Based Violence," the organizations held a seminar on "Girls' Education in the Islamic World" in Cairo.…

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SMK ordered to prepare rehabilitation plan

The Office of Insurance Commission (OIC) has ordered SET-listed Syn Mun Kong Insurance (SMK) to rectify its financial position and prepare a rehabilitation plan after the Central Bankruptcy Court ordered the company to undertake rehabilitation and also appointed SMK as a rehabilitation planner.

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OIC Supports Qatar Against Incitement over its Hosting of World Cup

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation stressed on Tuesday its support to Qatar as host of the football World Cup in wake a campaign of incitement against it. OIC Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha stressed that Qatar was the first Muslim nation to ever host the landmark month-long event. Such a development…

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OIC Calls on Houthis to Engage in Yemen Peace Process

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation said on Tuesday the Iran-backed Houthi militias in Yemen will be held completely responsible for the economic and humanitarian repercussions of their rejection of the United Nations’ envoy to propose and extend the nationwide truce. The two-month truce expired on Sunday with parties failing to…

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A disruptive nexus of China and Pakistan

There is little doubt that China uses Pakistan as a proxy military and nuclear power against India

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OIC Expresses Concern over Clashes in Libya

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation urged all conflicting parties in Libya on Saturday to stop violence and resort to dialogue after recent clashes that left around 23 people dead. In a statement, the OIC said it is following up with great concern on the security developments in the Libyan capital,…

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Five years into Rohingya crisis, what's the plan?

Myanmar's violent ethnic cleansing programme, which forced roughly a million Rohingya Muslims into Bangladeshi refugee camps, marked its fifth anniversary yesterday.

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Senate's anti-torture bill gets nod

A Senate-drafted bill criminalising torture and forced disappearances was approved by the House of Representatives on Wednesday.

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Uzbekistan President Meets with OIC Head, IsDB President

The president of Uzbekistan met with the secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation during an official trip to the Kingdom on Thursday. Shavkat Mirziyoyev hailed Hissein Brahim Taha for leading the OIC’s efforts to promote joint Islamic action and consolidate the spirit of Islamic solidarity. The president stressed that…

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India says OIC statement on Kashmir ‘reeks of bigotry’

The Ministry of External Affairs did not react to statements by Pakistan or China

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OIC and IOM Discuss Means to Enhance Joint Cooperation

Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian, Cultural and Social Affairs and Special Envoy of the OIC Secretary-General to Afghanistan Tarig Ali Bakhiet has met with Director General of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Antonio Vitorino, at the IOM’s headquarters in Geneva, the Saudi Press Agency reported on Sunday. Thursday's meeting highlighted…

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Councillor Paul Tully stands firm as pressure grows on Queensland government to reveal more about Ipswich Council spending

Jailed former Ipswich mayor Paul Pisasale, and his travel associates — including current councillor Paul Tully — spent $250,000 on at least two overseas trips, but the taxpayer has never been shown that sum.

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Ipswich councillor Paul Tully rejects calls to resign after RTI documents reveal group's 'excessive spending' on luxury accommodation, private jet

Paul Tully insists he has done nothing wrong but the Ipswich ratepayers association says he should resign and repay costs incurred on a 2012 international study trip.

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OIC Welcomes Outcomes of Jeddah Summit

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation welcomed on Sunday the outcomes of the Jeddah Security and Development summit that was held on Saturday. The leaders of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GGC) countries, US President Joe Biden, Egyptian President Abdul Fattah al-Sisi, Jordan’s King Abdullah II and Iraqi Prime Minister Mustafa al-Kadhimi…

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Drone regulation 'not keeping up with technology', lawyers concerned about stalking risks

When a distressed Gold Coast holiday maker tried to take legal action after finding a "drone peeping Tom" spying on her in the shower, her lawyer advised there was little she could do.

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OIC, MWL Congratulate Saudi Arabia on Success of Hajj

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and Muslim World League (MWL) congratulated the Saudi leadership on the success of this year’s annual Hajj pilgrimage, reported the Saudi Press Agency on Tuesday. In a statement, Secretary General of the Jeddah-based OIC Hissein Ibrahim Taha highlighted the great services provided to the…

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OIC Secretary-General: E-Draw Consolidated Fairness in Pilgrim Selection

The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), Hissein Brahim Taha, said that the success of the Hajj seasons every year was “a clear message to all those who question Saudi Arabia’s leading role in serving the Two Holy Mosques and the pilgrims.” In an interview with Asharq Al-Awsat,…

Bangkok Post

OIC 'pleased' to see boost in life quality

The Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) pledged to play a role in rebuilding peace in the deep South and improving the quality of life for residents of the restive region during a visit last week.

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India at UN says it rejects selective outrage from outside, especially when motivated and pursuing divisive agenda

External Affairs Ministry earlier had asserted that New Delhi accords the highest respect to all religions

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