CONCLUSION OF THE 51st SESSION OF THE COUNCIL OF FOREIGN MINISTERS (CFM) OF THE

ORGANISATION OF ISLAMIC COOPERATION (OIC)

ISTANBUL, REPUBLIC OF TÜRKIYE

21-22 JUNE 2025

Minister of Foreign Affairs Dato’ Seri Utama Haji Mohamad bin Haji Hasan delivered Malaysia’s National Statement at the 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), held in Istanbul, Republic of Türkiye, from 21 to 22 June 2025.

In his statement, the Foreign Minister called for strengthening unity amongst OIC Member States in confronting the challenges faced by the Islamic world, particularly in addressing the issue of Palestine and the escalating tensions in the Middle East. He strongly condemned the atrocities and violence committed by Israel in the region, describing them as egregious crimes against humanity that must be ended immediately. He also urged all parties to intensify international efforts towards the recognition of Palestine as a sovereign state.

The Foreign Minister also expressed deep concern over the rise in discrimination against Muslims and proposed that the OIC collaborate closely with the United Nations to foster religious tolerance and combat the spread of Islamophobia. He also emphasised the need for the OIC to broaden the Trade Preferential System and lower trade barriers among Member States amid the ongoing geopolitical challenges.

The Foreign Minister also took part in two OIC sideline meetings: the Extraordinary Session of the OIC CFM addressing the Israeli Attacks on Iran, and the OIC Contact Group Meeting concerning Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar.

At the Emergency CFM Meeting on the Israeli Attack on Iran, the Foreign Minister urged the OIC to leverage its international influence to promptly halt Israel's assaults, which pose a serious threat to the stability of the Middle East. He emphasised that lasting peace can only be secured through decisive dialogue and diplomacy.

Meanwhile, at the OIC Contact Group Meeting on Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar, the Foreign Minister outlined Malaysia’s priorities as ASEAN Chair in addressing the Rohingya issue. These priorities include fostering inclusive dialogue, mitigating threats of violence, and enhancing humanitarian assistance. He also encouraged OIC Member States to engage with stakeholders with a view of supporting peace in Myanmar.

At the sidelines of the CFM, the Foreign Minister held bilateral meetings with his counterparts from Algeria, Saudi Arabia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Brunei, Egypt, Gambia, Iran, Kazakhstan, Kuwait, Kyrgyz Republic, Pakistan, Qatar, Syria, Türkiye, Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, Uzbekistan, and Yemen. In addition to exploring steps to strengthen bilateral cooperation, discussions also addressed issues of mutual concern, including the situation in Palestine and regional tensions in the Middle East.

The 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers (CFM) of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) adopted 147 resolutions and the Istanbul Declaration. These outcome documents embody the collective commitment and unified efforts of OIC Member States to address the pressing challenges faced by the Ummah worldwide.

PUTRAJAYA

23 June 2025

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CONCLUSION OF THE 51st SESSION OF THE COUNCIL OF FOREIGN MINISTERS (CFM) OF THE ORGANISATION OF ISLAMIC COOPERATION (OIC) ISTANBUL, REPUBLIC OF TÜRKIYE 21-22 JUNE 2025

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