ISLAMABAD ( WNAM REPORT): A highly productive meeting was held between H.E. Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary, Coordinator General COMSTECH, and H.E. Mr. Hissein Brahim Taha, Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) at the OIC General Secretariat Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. The meeting marked a significant step in advancing science, technology, and educational initiatives across OIC member states.
Key discussions centered on COMSTECH’s new initiatives, including hosting the First Extraordinary Conference of Ministers of Higher Education dedicated to supporting Palestinian students and addressing the education crisis, scheduling the 16th General Assembly of COMSTECH during May 2025 at Islamabad and launching Palestinian Fellowships at the OIC Headquarters in Jeddah.
In addition to these proposals, several important initiatives were highlighted, which include, COMSTECH Expert Service, Offering expert advice and support to OIC member states.
Halal Products Testing and Standard Centre to be established at the King Faisal University in Chad. COMSTECH-CHAD Program for promoting science, technology, and innovation in Chad, establishment of ICT Faculty at Faisal University in N’Djamena, Chad, enhancing collaboration between OIC member states and other countries through reserve linkage program.
The Secretary General of OIC lauded these initiatives and commended Prof. Dr. M. Iqbal Choudhary for his leadership and congratulated to Prof.Dr Iqbal Choudhary for his reappointment as Coordinator General COMSTECH. He expressed gratitude to the President and government of Pakistan for their support and trust in COMSTECH’s vision for uplifting science and technology in OIC member states. This collaboration signifies a robust commitment to addressing educational and scientific challenges while fostering development and innovation within the OIC framework.
