Representative of Pakistan: To eliminate Islamophobia, we must teach true nature of Islam

Sultan Ahmad Ali (Pakistan) - Chairman of a Renowned Research Think-Tank MUSLIM Institute in Islamabad and London, Dewan (Prime Minister) of Junagadh State, emphasized the importance of education in combating Islamophobia, Report informs.

Speaking at the international conference themed “Embracing Diversity: Tackling Islamophobia in 2024” held in Baku, specifically at the plenary session titled “Confronting Islamophobia: Strategies for Awareness and Action in Higher Education”, Ali proposed that understanding the true nature of Islam, particularly through Sufi teachings, is essential for this endeavor.

During the conference’s plenary session, “Confronting Islamophobia: Strategies for Awareness and Action in Higher Education,” Ali underlined the need to shift the focus of Islamic teachings towards Sufism.

He argued that previous approaches, which did not adequately address Islam’s teachings, may have inadvertently contributed to a rise in violence associated with Islamophobia.

Ali advocates for a comprehensive explanation of Sufism in educational curricula as a means to effectively address and dispel fears associated with Islam.