ISLAMABAD: Prime Minister Imran Khan said in order to achieve progress in the arena of social welfare, it is imperative the life and teachings of Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H.) are fully understood and incorporated by Muslims in their lives.
The prime minister expressed these views in an interaction with the ambassadors of Muslim countries on outlining the concept and vision underlining the establishment of the Rehmatul-lil-Aalameen Authority, his office said.
Composed of scholars, the new authority is tasked with researching how to spread the prophet’s teachings among children and adults and make them relevant to their lives.
Stressing the prophet was a blessing for all humanity, the prime minister underscored the appeal of Islam’s universal message and the bounties of following the fundamental precepts of the state of Medina, in particular, the principles of justice, rule of law, the welfare of the people and an unswerving focus on the acquisition of knowledge.
Khan elucidated that the prime objective of establishing the authority was to develop a deeper understanding of the life of the prophet through collaborative research and to provide essential tools to the youth to preserve their Islamic identity, values and culture in the face of diverse social and digital media influences.
He said that the body was mandated to coordinate with Islamic scholars around the globe to discuss contemporary issues faced by the Muslim youth and to present a coherent and logical intellectual response to modern challenges, in particular Islamophobia.
Prime Minister Khan laid emphasis on teaching ethics in schools in order to help build the character of the youth, in accordance with the principles and the true spirit of Islam.
In this regard, he highlighted the importance of the role of print, digital and electronic media and the influence of their content on the lifestyle and personality development of the young generation.
During the session, the prime minister invited constructive ideas from the envoys and hoped for active collaboration among Muslim countries, both at governmental level, as well as through interaction among scholars and academia.
Several diplomats of the Muslim countries appreciated the initiative of the prime minister and shared the ideals of his endeavor.
They also acknowledged the prime minister’s vocal support for the cause of the Muslim world at every international forum, and assured all possible cooperation.
