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Middle East
20-06-2025
- Politics
- Middle East
OPEN// PM: Awqaf Ministry's new digital platform seeks to renew foundations of religious discourse
CAIRO, June 18 (MENA) - The Awqaf Ministry's new digital platform, a purely national project, aims to contribute to renewing the foundations and pillars of religious discourse in a modern interactive manner that keeps pace with contemporary digital technologies, Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouli said. The project is part of the state's digital transformation strategy, Madbouli added during a news briefing held in the presence of the Awqaf minister, who announced the official launch of the new platform, following the Cabinet weekly meeting on Wednesday. The premier described the new digital platform as a significant shift in improving the ministry's performance and enhancing its services, highlighting the diversity of topics and richness of services on the ministry's platform, which would contribute to advancing human building efforts in the new republic at the intellectual and spiritual levels. Meanwhile, Awqaf Minister Osama el Azhari said the launch of the digital platform coincides with the International Day for Countering Hate Speech, observed annually on June 18. The platform is based on the ministry's four-part strategy, which focuses on confronting religious and irreligious extremism and contributing to character building and civilizational revival, the minister pointed out. The new platform features three main phases, the first of which was launched today, with an unlimited room for scale-up. The world's largest religious platform is meant to achieve all its milestones up to sustainability by mid-2027, the minister said. The first phase includes 60,000 pages, making it the biggest religious platform in the world. By the end of all milestones, the platform is meant to hit a staggering count of several million pages. The platform approaches religious issues from various angles, including legal, linguistic, philosophical, sociological, medical, historical, and other perspectives. It adopts a moderate line of thought that seeks to promote the true, great values of Islam. Artificial Intelligence (AI) and chatbot features are to be expected as part of the operational and interactive functions of phase three of the platform. The platform also includes a special section for an initiative dubbed "Correct Your Concepts," a strategic scientific project for reshaping consciousness, reviving right concepts, and dispelling misconceptions, to build a free, believing, rational human being who can contribute to civilization-building, the minister said. This initiative will be launched next week under the auspices of the prime minister, Azhari noted. (MENA) M A A/S R E
Qatar Living
09-06-2025
- Qatar Living
Pilgrims from Qatar thank wise leadership, Hajj mission for safe pilgrimage
Qatar's pilgrims have successfully performed Hajj rituals for the current year 1446 AH, under the close supervision and monitoring of the Qatari Hajj Mission and in coordination with the approved Hajj campaigns. In a statement, Qatar's Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs said the best conditions were provided for the Hajj pilgrimage to be performed with comfort and peace of mind, thanks to the capabilities provided by the state and the directives of the wise leadership. Pilgrims and Hajj campaign owners hailed the distinguished services provided by the Qatari mission, including good preparation, excellent organization, and high-quality equipment, particularly in the holy sites, at the Arafat Camp, its facilities and services, as well as Mina and Muzdalifah, witnessed significant developments. The positive feedback from pilgrims and Hajj pilgrims was the outcome of the constructive cooperation and ongoing coordination between officials of the Hajj and Umrah Department at the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and Hajj pilgrims. This has resulted in the provision of the highest quality services to the country's pilgrims, helping them perform their rituals with ease and in the correct manner. In this context, a number of pilgrims and campaign representatives expressed their deep gratitude and sincere thanks to the wise leadership for the comprehensive support and continuous care provided to the country's pilgrims. This was reflected in the high-quality services and meticulous organization since the pilgrims' departure from Hamad International Airport until the completion of the Hajj rituals and their return home. Pilgrims praised the pioneering role of the Qatari Hajj Mission, headed by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim. The mission led this year's Hajj operations with high efficiency and a team spirit, with clear directives to harness all energies to serve pilgrims, in cooperation with the advisory committee and all supporting service and technical units, as well as the intensive fieldwork of the seventeen approved campaigns. They affirmed the provision of all required facilities, reflecting the meticulous planning and dedicated efforts of the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and its supporting units, in cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. --- Make sure to check out our social media to keep track of the latest content. Instagram - @qatarliving X - @qatarliving Facebook - Qatar Living YouTube - qatarlivingofficial
Qatar Tribune
08-06-2025
- Qatar Tribune
Qatar's pilgrims successfully perform Hajj rituals
MAKKAH AL MUKARRAMAH: Qatar's pilgrims have successfully performed the Hajj rituals for the current year 1446 AH, under the close supervision and monitoring of the Qatari Hajj Mission and in coordination with the approved Hajj campaigns. In a statement, the Ministry of Endowments (Awqaf) and Islamic Affairs said that best conditions were provided for the Hajj pilgrimage to be performed with comfort and peace of mind, thanks to the capabilities provided by the state and the directives of the wise leadership. The ministry added that the pilgrims and Hajj campaign owners hailed the distinguished services provided by the Qatari mission, including good preparation, excellent organization, and high-quality equipment, particularly in the holy sites, as the Arafat Camp, its facilities and services, as well as Mina and Muzdalifah, witnessed significant developments. It pointed out that these positive feedback from pilgrims and Hajj pilgrims is the fruitful outcome of the constructive cooperation and ongoing coordination between officials of the Hajj and Umrah Department at the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and Hajj pilgrims. This has resulted in the provision of the highest quality services to the country's pilgrims, helping them perform their rituals with ease and in the correct manner. In this context, a number of pilgrims and campaign representatives expressed their deep gratitude and sincere thanks to the wise leadership for the comprehensive support and continuous care provided to the country's pilgrims. This was reflected in the high-quality services and meticulous organization since the pilgrims' departure from Hamad International Airport until the completion of the Hajj rituals and their return home. Pilgrims praised the pioneering role of the Qatari Hajj Mission, headed by Minister of Endowments and Islamic Affairs HE Ghanem bin Shaheen Al Ghanim. The mission led this year's Hajj operations with high efficiency and a team spirit, with clear directives to harness all energies to serve pilgrims, in cooperation with the advisory committee and all supporting service and technical units, as well as the intensive fieldwork of the seventeen approved campaigns. They affirmed the provision of all required facilities, reflecting the meticulous planning and dedicated efforts of the Awqaf Ministry, the Qatari Hajj Mission, and its supporting units, in cooperation and coordination with the relevant authorities in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Jordan News
27-03-2025
- General
- Jordan News
Awqaf Ministry Determines Public Prayer Locations for Eid Prayer - Jordan News
Awqaf Ministry Determines Public Prayer Locations for Eid Prayer The Ministry of Awqaf, Islamic Affairs, and Holy Places announced that the Eid al-Fitr prayer will be held at 7:00 AM at public prayer locations, in addition to the mosques where Friday prayers are held. اضافة اعلان In a press statement on Thursday, the ministry stated that the main Eid prayer site in the Kingdom will be at the Sports City in the capital, Amman, at Gate No. 3. The statement explained that the public prayer locations for Eid and the names of the preachers in all regions of the Kingdom can be accessed via the ministry's website and its social media accounts. -- (Petra)
Jordan Times
26-03-2025
- Politics
- Jordan Times
30 imams, preachers benefit from Royal makruma
Thirty imams and preachers working at the Awqaf Ministry and Iftaa departments in the army and security agencies have benefit from His Majesty King Abdullah's makruma to help clerics intending to get married (Photo courtesy of Royal Court) AMMAN — Thirty imams and preachers working at the Awqaf Ministry and Iftaa departments in the army and security agencies have benefited from His Majesty King Abdullah's makruma to help clerics intending to get married. Royal Court Chief Yousef Issawi, who also heads the committee for following up on Royal initiatives, delivered the aid to this year's beneficiaries during a ceremony held at King Hussein Bin Talal Mosque. This royal initiative, which has benefited over 630 imams and preachers since its inception in 2003, is a testament to His Majesty's appreciation for this vital group of citizens and their noble role in serving Islam, according to a Royal Court Statement. It also reaffirms their mission of spreading Islam's teachings, promoting its tolerant image, and reinforcing its moderate principles. Issawi emphasised the King's deep commitment to supporting imams and preachers, enabling them to fulfill their duties in serving the houses of Allah and guiding society toward positive, virtuous behavior, while protecting youth from extremist ideologies. He also highlighted the importance of imams' and preachers' roles in promoting moderation and balance, fostering a sense of community, and combating extremism and misinformation. Their religious and societal guidance, he noted, plays a crucial role in building a united, informed society. Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs Mohammad Khalayleh expressed his appreciation for this annual royal initiative, which supports imams and preachers about to marry from the Ministry of Awqaf, the armed forces, and security agencies. Page 2
