The International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) observed the World Arabic Language Day on Monday at its Faisal Masjid campus, focusing on the importance of Arabic and its role in promoting Islamic teachings and strengthening Muslim unity.
Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed, Chairman of the Higher Education Commission (HEC) and Acting Rector of IIUI, addressed the gathering and spoke about the significance of Islam and its contributions to humanity. He acknowledged the support of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Kuwait in the progress of IIUI and its role as a member of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation’s (OIC) Islamic Universities League.
Dr. Mukhtar emphasized the priority of Arabic as the official medium of the university and its importance as a source of guidance to Islam. He stressed the need for a strategy to teach Arabic to non-native speakers and underlined the role of the language in fostering unity among Muslims.
The event was attended by H.E. Mr. Mohammed MotaharAlashabi, Ambassador of Yemen to Pakistan; NasirAlotaibi, Head of Saudi Schools in Islamabad; scholars of Arabic, faculty members, and students.
Dr. FazalUllah, Dean of the Faculty of Arabic, described Arabic as the language of the Holy Quran and Sunnah and its role in connecting Muslims to their legacy.
