The Director General of the Union of OIC News Agencies (UNA), Professor Mohammed bin Abdulrab Al-Yami, praised the efforts of the Muslim World League, stating that the organization has become a scientific, intellectual and moral reference for Muslim communities worldwide.
The remarks were delivered during the “Ramadan Forum” organized by UNA in cooperation with the Institutional Communication Secretariat of the Muslim World League in Jeddah on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, corresponding to the eighth of Ramadan 1447 AH. The forum marked the second anniversary of the adoption of the document “Building Bridges Between Islamic Schools of Thought.”
Al-Yami welcomed several distinguished participants, including Secretary-General of the Muslim World League and Chairman of the Council of Muslim Scholars Muhammad bin Abdulkarim Al-Issa, Assistant Secretary-General for Palestine and Jerusalem Affairs at the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Ambassador Samir Bakr Diab, and Chechen Republic Minister Akhmed Dudayev, along with directors of news agencies from OIC member states.
In his speech, Al-Yami described the “Building Bridges” document as a scholarly initiative endorsed by leading Islamic scholars representing various schools of thought near the Holy Mosque in Masjid al-Haram. He said the document reflects a collective determination to overcome sectarian divisions and strengthen Islamic unity while respecting doctrinal and jurisprudential diversity.
He linked the document to the broader vision of the “Makkah Document, which promotes moderation, tolerance and civilizational coexistence.
Al-Yami emphasized that the Muslim World League has assumed responsibility for addressing concerns of Muslim societies by promoting authentic Islamic discourse and countering extremist narratives. He praised Dr. Al-Issa’s leadership in advancing moderate Islamic thought and presenting the true tolerant image of Islam.
The UNA Director General highlighted the strategic partnership between UNA and the Muslim World League, noting that joint programs and initiatives have contributed to supporting Islamic causes, promoting peaceful coexistence and combating hate speech, extremism and misinformation.
He stressed that the presence of participants from multiple continents reflected the global strength of Islamic media cooperation. Representatives attending the forum came from Asia, Europe, Africa, North America, South America and Australia.
The forum also underscored the importance of media responsibility in shaping public discourse. Speakers noted that media messaging should promote brotherhood, cooperation and accurate representation of Islam, especially in non-Muslim countries where misconceptions may exist.
Al-Yami referred to the “Jeddah Charter for Media Responsibility”, adopted during an international forum addressing media’s role in fueling hatred and violence. The charter provides ethical guidance for professional journalism and supports efforts to counter misinformation, bias and Islamophobia.
He announced the launch of the Union of OIC News Agencies Award for Media Professionalism, which aims to recognize institutions and individuals committed to professional integrity, credibility and constructive media contribution.
The award is intended to encourage media professionals to promote tolerance, coexistence and responsible communication while confronting extremist narratives and hate speech globally.
Concluding his speech, Al-Yami expressed gratitude to the leadership of Saudi Arabia, particularly King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud and Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, for their continued support of UNA and joint Islamic initiatives.
He also thanked the Muslim World League for its commitment to strengthening the role of media institutions in promoting understanding among peoples and advancing dialogue and moderation.
