OIC expresses gratitude to Saudi Arabia for new, expanded headquarters in Jeddah

Jeddah, The Gulf Observer: The General Secretariat of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) has initiated its operational activities from its newly established headquarters located in the Al-Rayan district of northeast Jeddah. This transition follows the successful relocation from its previous premises, marking a significant milestone for the organization. In an official statement released on Wednesday, the body announced the completion of this move, signifying a deliberate and strategic shift towards a more conducive and modern facility. The relocation underscores the commitment of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation to furthering its objectives from an updated, purpose-built center in a key district of Jeddah, enhancing its capacity to serve member nations and strengthen collaborations within the Islamic community.

The new headquarters offers new and bigger premises for the organization’s work, helping to support its operations and activities.

The OIC’s Secretary-General Hissein Brahim Taha extended his gratitude to Saudi Arabia — the host country and chair of the 14th Islamic Summit — and King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman for the moral support the Kingdom provides to the OIC and its structures.

He also thanked the Kingdom for supporting joint Islamic action in a way that guaranteed the smooth progress of the OIC’s work, adding that the new headquarters will contribute to supporting the bloc’s performance.

The secretary-general also thanked Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan for his support of the OIC, which helped enable it to discharge its duties.

Taha said that the OIC’s General Secretariat had already started its operations at the new headquarters and several meetings had been held there in the last few days. He added that the building was ready to receive guests and host activities.