Qatar calls for effective measures to combat Islamophobia

The State of Qatar has called for effective measures to combat Islamophobia and all forms of intolerance, by everyone, regardless of their religion or background. This came in the State of Qatar’s statement delivered by Mr. Mohammed Al-Buainain, Second Secretary of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar in Geneva, during a side event organized on the sidelines of the 52nd session of the Human Rights Council in Geneva, to celebrate the International Day to Combat Islamophobia. Al-Buainain indicated that Islamophobia is not a new phenomenon, but it has been on the rise in recent years, fueled by ignorance, prejudices, and deliberate misinformation, and manifested in various forms such as verbal abuse, discrimination, physical attacks, and even the burning of the Holy Quran. The statement said: For us as Muslims, the Qur’an has a special place in our hearts and minds because it is not just a book, but also a source of guidance and inspiration, stressing that seeing it burn is a very painful and unacceptable matter, stressing the need to condemn acts of hatred and disrespect towards Muslims in the strongest terms. possible phrases, and take action to combat them. The statement added: We all have, regardless of our religion or background, a responsibility to stand up against Islamophobia and all forms of blind fanaticism, and we must also educate ourselves and others, promote interfaith dialogue, and work towards building bridges of understanding and respect. Al-Buainain pointed out that Islamophobia does not only affect Muslims, but also undermines the values ​​of justice, equality and human rights that we all cherish, stressing that work must be done to create a world that accepts diversity, in which everyone is treated with dignity and respect. Mohammed Al-Buainain, Second Secretary of the Permanent Delegation of the State of Qatar in Geneva, called on the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, to pledge solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters, and to work for a world in which all peoples can live in peace and harmony.