Karachi: Governor Sindh Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi attended the closing ceremony of the summit of chancellors, vice chancellors, and rectors of universities from the Muslim world at Jamia Al-Ghazali as the chief guest. In his address, he emphasized the need for unity among the Muslim Ummah, promotion of knowledge and research, stronger trade relations, and collective efforts to advance global peace.
According to Sindh Governor House, Governor Sindh appreciated the efforts of Jamia Al-Ghazali Chancellor Mufti Abdul Rahim for bringing Islamic scholars and academic leaders together on a common platform. He remarked that representatives of the Islamic world and distinguished scholars had gathered under one roof, making the occasion a memorable day for Karachi.
He described the gathering of academic leadership from across the Muslim world at Al-Ghazali University as the beginning of a new era, offering opportunities to bring centers of learning closer and establish new avenues of cooperation. He also expressed the hope that Muslims would become proficient in understanding and speaking Arabic to gain a deeper understanding of Islamic teachings.
Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi stated that the Holy Quran and the teachings of the Holy Prophet Muhammad call upon Muslims to uphold unity, brotherhood, peace, and love. He stressed that the Muslim Ummah’s strength and success lie in unity and collective efforts. He added that Muslim countries must draw upon their rich intellectual heritage while advancing in modern sciences, research, and technology.
The Governor Sindh underscored that education is the foundation of national progress, self-reliance, and a brighter future. He called on universities across the Muslim world to strengthen cooperation in artificial intelligence, digital technology, and advanced research. He emphasized that universities must go beyond awarding degrees and prepare talented, responsible, and enlightened individuals who promote peace, tolerance, and mutual respect in society.
Expressing hope for tangible outcomes from the summit, Governor Sindh said it could pave the way for exchanges of academic, educational, and trade delegations among universities in Muslim countries. He highlighted the potential benefits of faculty and student exchanges, joint research projects, and educational partnerships for Pakistan and other Islamic nations.
He stressed that sustained efforts were needed to establish peace and eradicate poverty. Pakistan, he noted, was a peace-loving country committed to promoting peace, security, and goodwill around the world. He added that, under the guidance of the Prime Minister of Pakistan and the leadership of the Field Marshal, Pakistan’s armed forces were striving for peace.
Referring to the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza, Governor Sindh noted that Egypt, Türkiye, and other Islamic countries were making efforts to assist the Palestinian people and alleviate their suffering. He called for a united role by the Muslim world in supporting oppressed people and advancing peace.
Syed Muhammad Nehal Hashmi highlighted that the summit presented an important opportunity for universities in Sindh to strengthen their links with academic institutions across the Islamic world and become part of global academic networks. He observed that cooperation in knowledge, research, trade, and education could help Muslim countries achieve new milestones of progress and prosperity.
Appreciating the Al-Ghazali University administration and the efforts of Mufti Abdul Rahim, the Governor emphasized that the summit should not remain limited to a ceremonial event but should translate into lasting academic cooperation and practical partnerships.
He reaffirmed that stronger collaboration between Pakistani universities and academic institutions across the Muslim world could create greater opportunities for education, research, and development for future generations.