Pakistan Strengthens Government-Ulema Ties Through Key Meeting
In a significant move to strengthen institutional collaboration, Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi met with the country's foremost Islamic scholars at the Karachi residence of Grand Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman. The extended deliberations during Ramadan week focused on improving government-ulema coordination to address pressing national matters.
The gathering brought together high-profile religious authorities including Sunni leaders from diverse schools of thought. Sindh Senior Minister Sharjeel Inam Memon and other provincial officials participated, signaling cross-government support for the initiative.
Key discussion points included:
- Streamlining moon-sighting procedures for Islamic months
- Coordinating security measures during religious observances
- Developing formal consultation channels between religious and state institutions
The participating scholars emphasized their commitment to national unity. Mufti Muneeb-ur-Rehman described the meeting as "historic" while welcoming additional collaborative opportunities through newly established liaison channels.
Minister Naqvi highlighted the government's commitment to valuing ulema guidance, noting: "Our shared responsibility towards national harmony requires constant dialogue and mutual understanding." The participants agreed to establish working groups to implement concrete proposals supporting stronger government-religious institution coordination.
For complete coverage of Ramadan planning initiatives and interfaith coordination efforts, visit the original report at The News Pakistan.
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