Participation of the Islamic Committee of the International Crescent (ICIC) in the 52nd Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation(OIC) Baghdad, October 17–18, 2026
The ICIC delegation participated in the 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the OIC member States, held in Baghdad, Iraq, on October 17–18, 2026, under the theme: “Dialogue and Solidarity: Fundamental Pillars for Promoting Peace and Sustainable Development.” The ICIC delegation included:
1- H.E. Ambassador Ali Mahmoud Buhedma, ICIC President.
2- H.E. Dr. Yassin Ahmed Abbas, ICIC Member.
– 3Dr. Mohamed Hamad Elasbali,ICIC Executive Director.
The ICIC participation comes as part of its efforts to strengthen its institutional presence within the OIC framework and to contribute to supporting joint Islamic action—particularly in the humanitarian, social, health, and cultural spheres. It also aims to foster cooperation and coordination with member states and relevant humanitarian institutions and organizations, in addition to following up on the adoption of its resolution by the OIC Council of Foreign Ministers.
The ICIC followed the proceedings and deliberations of the session regarding priority regional and international issues foremost among them the Palestinian cause and the humanitarian situation in crisis-affected regions as well as topics concerning Islamic solidarity and the enhancement of joint cooperation. The session concluded with the adoption of the “Baghdad Declaration” and a number of resolutions addressing political, humanitarian, and developmental issues, included the ICIC Resolution and among other areas within the OIC scope of work.
As a specialized institution of the OIC, the ICIC continues to develop its humanitarian initiatives and strengthen its partnerships with OIC member States and relevant institutions, in a manner that serves shared humanitarian goals and bolsters solidarity and cooperation among OIC member States.
The ICIC delegation held several meetings with the new OIC Secretary-General, his assistants covering cultural, social, humanitarian, and economic affairs, as well as Palestinian affairs and various delegations from OIC member States and international Islamic organizations participating in the 52nd session. These discussions focused on bilateral relations and matters of common interest.
