Kuala Lumpur Forum: A Catalyst for Islamic Civilizational Revival
The 7th conference of the Kuala Lumpur Forum for Thought and Civilization commenced in Istanbul, Turkey, under the theme "Palestine, a lever for the civilizational revival of the nation." This year's forum coincides with the first anniversary of the Al-Aqsa Flood, a pivotal event that has reignited discussions around the Palestinian cause and its significance to the Islamic world.
The forum, organized in collaboration with various institutions, gathered scholars, thinkers, and civil society leaders who emphasized the necessity of unifying efforts to support the Palestinian struggle. The Secretary-General of the Forum, Abdel Razzaq Makri, highlighted the historical context of the forum's creation in 2014, aiming to address the disintegration of the Islamic community and the ongoing challenges faced by Muslims globally. He pointed out that the secular regimes in the Arab world have failed to achieve meaningful development and have neglected the Palestinian issue, calling for a renewed focus on unity and consensus among Islamic nations.
The Role of Resistance and the Future of Palestine
Hamas leader Osama Hamdan addressed the conference, asserting that the rise of resistance movements has demonstrated the inability of the global system to suppress the will of the people. He described the Al-Aqsa Flood as a transformative event that has the potential to redefine alliances within the region and restore the image of jihad as a fundamental duty in Islam. Hamdan's remarks underscored the need for the Islamic community to recognize its strength and resilience in the face of adversity.
The forum also announced its rebranding to the "World Islamic Forum for Thought and Civilization," reflecting its ambition to address broader issues affecting the Islamic community worldwide. Discussions at the conference included the implications of the Al-Aqsa Flood on international relations and the importance of positioning Palestine as a central issue in the quest for civilizational advancement. The participants agreed that the Palestinian cause should be a primary focus for the Islamic nation, aiming to inspire a global movement advocating for the rights of the Palestinian people.
