Organization of Islamic Cooperation urges Myanmar to stop violations against Rohingya

Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen. (OIC)
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Updated 10 July 2020
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Organization of Islamic Cooperation urges Myanmar to stop violations against Rohingya

JEDDAH: The secretary-general of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) called on Myanmar’s government to comply with resolutions of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and the UN Human Rights Council (HRC) and stop violations against the Muslim Rohingya minority.
Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen urged the international community to provide further support for legal efforts to seek justice for the Rohingya, and to intensify efforts to ensure their rights, security and safety, and the immediate cessation of all forms of violence.


Eritrean president tours Saudi port operations in Jeddah

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Eritrean president tours Saudi port operations in Jeddah

  • Afwerki received a presentation on the Red Sea Gateway Terminal, a national company specializing in maritime transport and logistics

JEDDAH: Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki visited Jeddah Islamic Port on Saturday, where he was welcomed by Saudi Ports Authority President Suliman Al-Mazroua.

During the visit, Afwerki received a presentation on the Red Sea Gateway Terminal, a national company specializing in maritime transport and logistics, highlighting its key operations and advanced technological systems.

He toured the company’s facilities and was briefed on the latest technologies and efficiency measures that enhance capacity and competitiveness of Saudi ports, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The visit reinforces the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening regional and international cooperation in maritime transport and logistics, supporting its ports as strategic hubs for global trade in line with Vision 2030.

Later on Saturday, the Eritrean president departed Jeddah. He was seen off at King Abdulaziz International Airport by Makkah Deputy Gov. Prince Saud bin Mishaal and other senior officials.

On Wednesday, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman met Afwerki in Riyadh. They reviewed bilateral relations, prospects for cooperation across various fields, and other issues of mutual interest.