ISLAMABAD: Ombudsmen from the member countries of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) have reaffirmed their commitment to addressing global injustices, specifically focusing on the challenging circumstances faced by the Palestinian people.
The board meeting of the OIC Ombudsman Association (OICOA) saw the physical attendance of representatives from Turkiye, Azerbaijan, Indonesia, Morocco, and Bahrain, while the Iranian representative participated virtually, as stated in a news release issued on Thursday.
Dr. Asif Mahmood Jah, Secretary-General of OICOA and Federal Tax Ombudsman of Pakistan emphasized the necessity of amplifying the collective voice to advocate for innocent victims enduring daily suffering. He called for decisive action against the brutalities of Israel, stressing the importance of impactful advocacy beyond empathy.
Dr. Jah highlighted the need for unified strength and action within the Ombudsman community, stating, “Now, more than ever, our solidarity, effort, and cooperation are vital. We possess the power to drive change.”
Seref Malkoc, President of OICOA and Chief Ombudsman of Turkiye, highlighted the increasing issue of Islamophobia in European countries and expressed concern over the collapse of humanity witnessed in the ongoing Palestinian genocide. He voiced disappointment in global leaders’ silence amid despair and devastation.
Malkoc commended South Africa’s move to bring Israel’s actions to the International Court of Justice and expressed hope for the resilience of the Palestinian people.
OIC Ombudsmen Condemn World Silence on Palestinian Genocide
The Board Members unanimously condemned the ongoing atrocities in Palestine and supported OICOA’s call for immediate and practical intervention. They pledged support from their respective ombudsman offices to highlight the atrocities of the Israeli regime.
Almas Ali Jovindah, Executive Secretary of OICOA, described the Board Meeting as a significant turning point for the impactful future of OICOA. He emphasized the determination to transition from passive observation to active intervention, reaffirming OICOA’s commitment to upholding human dignity and rights.
Jovindah assured the Palestinian people that their suffering has not gone unnoticed and that their fight for justice is shared by Muslim brothers and sisters worldwide.
