Bridging Differences, Prof. Ali Munhanif Calls for Collaboration Among Muslim Countries

Harun Nasution Auditorium, UIN News Online - Vice Rector for Student Affairs, Prof. Ali Munhanif, M.A., Ph.D., in the International Seminar held by Hayrat Foundation at Harun Nasution Auditorium on Thursday (26/9/2024), delivered his speech representing the Rector of UIN Jakarta and warmly welcomed this activity.

In addition, he also emphasized the importance of collaboration between Muslim countries in facing current global challenges. He said that Muslim countries, such as Indonesia, Malaysia, and Turkey, should work together to create a positive impact in the development of science and technology. “Muslim countries should indeed collaborate,” he said, emphasizing that through this event, closer ties and more intensive collaboration will be established between the three countries.

Prof. Ali explained that this collaboration will not only strengthen the development of Islamic science, but also support technological innovations that benefit the ummah. He is optimistic that by establishing good cooperation, the three countries can exchange knowledge and experience, so as to overcome the various challenges faced in this modern era. “Through this collaboration, we are not only building networks but also creating opportunities for broader development,” he added, emphasizing the commitment to realize synergies that benefit all parties.

Furthermore, Prof. Ali expressed his hope that through this synergy, projects will be created that not only prioritize scientific aspects, but also have a significant social impact. “We hope this collaboration can generate initiatives that strengthen the identity and contributions of Muslim countries on the global stage,” he explained. With the spirit of togetherness, Prof. Ali closed his remarks with an invitation to all parties to jointly commit to developing science and technology in line with Islamic values, in order to provide broad benefits for humanity.

Furthermore, Prof. Ali expressed his hope that through this synergy, projects will be created that not only prioritize scientific aspects, but also have a significant social impact. “We hope this collaboration can give rise to initiatives that strengthen the identity and contributions of Muslim countries in the global arena,” he explained. He also emphasized to the students to be able to take lessons from this collaboration, given the importance of cooperation in an increasingly connected world.

“May the students learn the value of collaboration through this initiative, as it is essential for navigating the complexities of our interconnected world,” he concluded. With the spirit of togetherness, Prof. Ali closed his remarks with an invitation to all parties to jointly commit to developing science and technology in line with Islamic values, in order to provide broad benefits for humanity.

The event, which collaborated with 2 other countries, namely Malaysia and Turkey, is expected to be able to develop Islamic science and synergize with technological developments. 

(Aida Adha Siregar/Fauziah M./Dzihan Aufa Kilmi Firdausi/Photo: M. Fahri Afrizal, Hermanudin)