ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s religious affairs minister, Chaudhry Salik Hussain, highlighted the role of women in addressing contemporary issues such as religious intolerance and global peace as he addressed an international summit in Cairo, Pakistani state media reported on Sunday.
Hussain addressed the 35th international conference of the Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs, being held in Egypt on August 25-26, on “the Role of Women in Building Awareness.” The two-day conference aims to appreciate women and highlight their role in building a family, a society and a nation.
Hussain said women had a “cardinal role” in creating awareness across religious, cultural, societal and familial domains, the state-run Radio Pakistan broadcaster reported.
“The role of women in building awareness, particularly in spreading knowledge, promoting good and upholding justice, is well-recognized in Islam,” he was quoted as saying.
“Religious awareness is fundamental in fostering mutual respect and understanding among diverse communities and women have played a transformative role in this arena.”
The minister noted that women had historically been at the heart of religious education, guiding families and communities in spiritual matters across cultures.
He acknowledged the “profound contributions” of Egypt, particularly Al-Azhar University, in nurturing Islamic scholarship and fostering a deep understanding of the faith.
Pakistan and Egypt enjoy cordial ties with each another. Friendly ties between the two countries can be traced back to 1947 when Pakistan gained independence and its founder, Muhammad Ali Jinnah, visited Egypt at the special invitation of King Fuad II.
The two countries have resolved to enhance bilateral trade in recent years by facilitating businessmen through visas, trade-related information and private sector contacts.
At Cairo summit, Pakistan minister hails women for addressing religious intolerance, promoting peace
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At Cairo summit, Pakistan minister hails women for addressing religious intolerance, promoting peace
- Chaudhry Salik Hussain was addressing 35th conference of Supreme Council of Islamic Affairs on ‘Role of Women in Building Awareness’
- The two-day conference in Egypt aims to appreciate women and highlight their role in building a family, a society and a nation
Pakistan, Saudi Arabia discuss strengthening strategic partnership, regional security
- Pakistan Deputy PM meets Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji in Jeddah
- Ishaq Dar attends OIC’s Council of Foreign Ministers meeting to discuss Israel’s recognition of Somaliland
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar met Saudi Deputy Foreign Minister Waleed Bin Abdulkarim Al-Khereiji on Sunday to discuss the strategic partnership between the two countries, reaffirming close cooperation for regional security and peace, the Pakistani foreign ministry said.
Dar, who is also Pakistan’s foreign minister, met Al-Khereiji on the sidelines of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s 22nd Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) meeting in Jeddah. The CFM was organized to discuss Muslim states’ response to Israel’s recognition of Somaliland.
“Both sides discussed strengthening Pakistan–Saudi strategic partnership and reaffirmed close cooperation within the OIC for peace, stability and security in the region,” the Pakistani foreign ministry said in a statement.
Dar also met OIC Secretary General Hissein Brahim Taha at the sidelines of the conference. The Pakistani minister highlighted Pakistan’s strong condemnation of Israel’s recognition of Somaliland and its unwavering support for the sovereignty, unity and territorial integrity of Somalia, the foreign office said.
“DPM/FM also urged SG to step up his efforts for the realization of the right to self-determination of Kashmiri people,” the statement added.
Pakistan and Saudi Arabia enjoy cordial ties that date back decades and include cooperation in several sectors such as defense, trade, economy, agriculture, livestock and minerals.
Saudi Arabia is the largest source of foreign remittances to Pakistan, with over two million Pakistani expats residing in the Kingdom.
The two countries also signed a landmark strategic partnership agreement in September 2025, according to which an act of aggression against one country will be seen as an attack on both.
