Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Muslim World League sign deal to combat Islamophobia

OIC chief Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen, left, with MWL Secretary-General Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa at the MoU signing ceremony in Makkah. (Photo/Supplied)
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Updated 06 September 2020
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Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Muslim World League sign deal to combat Islamophobia

  • The MoU aims to achieve common goals in a number of areas

MAKKAH: The Muslim World League (MWL) and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to develop a mechanism to increase coordination and complement efforts in different areas particularly on ways to counter Islamophobia and extremism.
MWL Secretary-General Dr. Mohammed bin Abdul Karim Al-Issa and OIC Secretary-General Dr. Yousef Al-Othaimeen signed the agreement to boost cooperation in the fields of Islamic work, education, cultural and humanitarian projects.
The two sides also seek to raise issues concerning the Muslim world at international forums. The MoU also includes cooperation in the field of translation, publications, and research on contemporary Islamic issues.

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The MoU envisages the establishment of a joint committee to develop different programs.

The MWL and OIC agreed to work jointly to organize conferences, seminars, forums, and lectures on various challenges facing the Muslim world.
They vowed to promote the true values of Islam based on moderation, tolerance, and respect for other cultures.
The MoU envisages the establishment of a joint committee to develop different programs.
The organizations also agreed to organize meetings with thinkers and academics of other cultures to promote harmony and coexistence and to discuss ways to promote dialogue to resolve issues and remove misunderstandings.


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.