OIC Foreign Ministers Conclude 52nd Session in Baghdad with Adoption of Baghdad Declaration
What happened
The 52nd session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation concluded on October 18, 2026, in Baghdad, Iraq.
The Context
- Historic Meeting: This was the first OIC foreign ministers' session in Baghdad since 1981, highlighting Iraq's renewed diplomatic role.
- Key Issues Addressed: Discussions focused on the Palestinian cause, regional stability, and economic cooperation amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East.
- Future Engagements: Iraq assumes the council presidency, with the next session scheduled for Benin, indicating ongoing diplomatic efforts.
The Number
— This represents the total participants, including delegates from 55 states and observers, which underscores the significant international engagement on pressing regional issues.
Takeaway
As Iraq leads the OIC, expect increased focus on economic collaboration and humanitarian efforts that could reshape regional dynamics.
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اختتام اجتماعات منظمة التعاون الإسلامي
The 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Council of Foreign Ministers concluded in Baghdad, culminating in the issuance of a final communiqué titled the 'Baghdad Declaration'.
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انطلاق اجتماعات منظمة التعاون الإسلامي
The 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers' Council commenced in Baghdad, with Iraqi Prime Minister Ali Al-Zaydi emphasizing the impact of regional crises on Iraq during the opening remarks.
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تحت عنوان الحوار والتضامن..بغداد تستضيف اجتماع وزراء خارجية "التعاون الإسلامي"
The 52nd session of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) Foreign Ministers' Council convened in Baghdad under the theme of 'Dialogue and Solidarity,' with participation from member states and distinguished guests, including UN Deputy Secreta...