The Muslim World League (MWL) is an independent international organization comprising members from various Islamic countries and sects. Headquartered in Makkah, its mission is to clarify the true image of Islam and foster friendship among peoples.
Establishment:
The MWL was established by a resolution issued by the General Islamic Conference held in Makkah on May 18, 1962 (corresponding to 14 Dhu al-Hijjah 1381 AH).
The MWL Serves as a Member in:
Its Charter:
We, the members of the Muslim World League, representing the MWL with faith and conviction, pledge to Almighty Allah to:
The MWL’s Objectives and Methods of Implementation:
The MWL pursues its goals through means that fully comply with Islamic law, including the following:
Financial Management:
The Muslim World League relies on its endowments for financial management.
Investments derived from these endowments constitute a major source of funding for the organization.
The General Secretariat:
The General Secretariat of the Muslim World League serves as the executive arm of the organization. It oversees the day-to-day operations of the League and implements the policies and resolutions adopted by the Supreme Council. This is carried out under the leadership of the Secretary-General, with the support of assistant secretaries and the general administrative staff.
Headquarters:
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Makkah, Al-Aqaba District
P.O. Box 537
Tel: +966-12-5309444
Fax: +966-12-5601319 / +966-12-5601267
Egyptian publication “Al-Ahram Weekly” has published an article titled “Uzbekistan’s cultural renaissance: How the Silk Road Civilization is reclaiming its voice on the global stage”, highlights the country's cultural revival, the development of the creative economy and the expansion of international cultural cooperation, reports Dunyo IA.
Publication notes that for centuries, Uzbekistan sat at the very heart of the Great Silk Road, connecting the civilizations, religions and cultures of Asia, the Middle East and Europe and today, it is once again capturing the attention of the global community.
According to Gayane Umerova, Head of the Department of Creative Economy and Tourism of the Administration of the President of Uzbekistan, under the initiative of President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, culture, tourism and the creative economy are envisioned as fundamental pillars of the nation’s future, alongside infrastructure and industry. This approach, as noted, defines the state mandate to open Uzbekistan to the world and to welcome the world back to Uzbekistan.
Publication highlights that the nation's strategy extends beyond restoring historical sites to establishing new cultural platforms, including the Bukhara Biennial, the Center for Contemporary Art in Tashkent, the future Jadid Heritage Museum and international exhibition participation. This approach signifies a multifaceted cultural development policy.
Publication separately underscores the development of the creative economy and its nexus with cultural diplomacy and the nation’s investment attractiveness. It notes that every major cultural initiative in Uzbekistan is originally designed with a strategic focus on tourism development and investment attraction, including the “Samarkand Express” project, implemented in partnership with the Italian company “Arsenale Group”.
Publication also highlights the international acclaim received by Uzbekistan’s cultural projects, including the nation’s “Garden of Knowledge” pavilion at “Expo 2025 Osaka”, which was honored with the prestigious “Red Dot: Best of the Best” award.
Particular emphasis is placed on the preservation of Uzbekistan’s Islamic heritage, the advancement of museum infrastructure and the implementation of projects aimed at integrating historical legacy into the contemporary cultural context, including the Bukhara master development plan designed by the “Wilmotte & Associés” architectural bureau.
A dedicated section of the article focuses on Uzbekistan’s cultural cooperation with Egypt and the Arab world. It notes that the sides are discussing prospects for interaction in the fields of museum management, tourism, and cultural heritage preservation, alongside the development of institutional partnerships.
According to the publication, a highly symbolic milestone was the election of Professor Khaled El-Anany as Director-General of UNESCO during the 43rd session of the organization’s General Conference, which took place in Samarkand.
In conclusion, it underscores that Uzbekistan is envisioned as a nation that remains profoundly loyal to its traditions while simultaneously advancing modern cultural and creative industries, thereby strengthening international cultural cooperation.