Organisation of Islamic Cooperation
The Collective Voice of The Muslim World
Date: 29/01/2011
The Secretary-General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, Professor Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu, welcomed the opening of the Afghan Parliament on 26 January 2011. While commending once again the Afghan Government, civil society, and all who participated in the electoral process, the Secretary General expressed the hope that the new development would further help consolidate democracy, peace, stability and enhancement of economic welfare in Afghanistan. Prof. Ihsanoglu also reiterated the OIC's support to the Afghan people and Government for all their endeavors in bringing peace and stability to the country and welcomed the statement of president Karzai during the inaugural session of the Parliament.
