emirates7 - Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments, and Zakat, met with Abu Bakr Jilani Sheikh, Minister of State for Religious Affairs and Endowments of Somalia, to explore ways to strengthen religious cooperation and enhance communication between the two nations.

During the Somali Minister's visit to the authority's headquarters in Abu Dhabi, both sides discussed various topics aimed at supporting mutual goals. They highlighted the importance of collaboration in promoting the core values and teachings of Islam, which emphasize tolerance and peace.

Dr. Al Darei welcomed the Somali Minister and praised the deep, long-standing relationship between the two countries and their visionary leadership. He noted that the visit is a reflection of the strengthening and expanding ties between the UAE and Somalia in various sectors.

The Somali Minister expressed appreciation for the cultural exchange and the strong bonds between their nations and peoples. He commended the UAE’s efforts to promote humanitarian values and its commitment to fostering global peace. He also highlighted the UAE as a model for moderate religious discourse and praised its successful approach to combating extremism, suggesting that other nations adopt this experience in their awareness initiatives.