Top religious affairs officials from the United Arab Emirates and Egypt have met to explore strengthening their partnership, with a key focus on integrating digital technology and artificial intelligence into the field of issuing fatwas (Islamic rulings).
A High-Level Strategic Meeting
The dialogue took place in Cairo, on the sidelines of the conference, “The Making of a Competent Mufti in the Digital Age.” The meeting was led by Dr. Omar Habtoor Al Darei, Chairman of the UAE’s General Authority of Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat, and Dr. Nazir Mohammed Ayyad, the Grand Mufti of Egypt. They were joined by senior officials from both countries, including the Chancellor of Mohamed bin Zayed University for Humanities and the Acting Secretary-General of the Emirates Fatwa Council.
Innovating Religious Guidance for the Digital Era
The central theme of the discussion was the mutual desire to leverage modern technology to enhance religious guidance. Both parties focused on how digital innovation and AI can be used to provide accurate, relevant, and timely fatwas to their communities. This forward-thinking approach aims to address contemporary challenges and the complex issues facing diverse segments of a modern, connected society.
Looking Ahead: A Unified Vision for the Future
This collaboration signals a unified vision between the UAE and Egypt to ensure that Islamic guidance remains accessible and relevant in an increasingly digital world. By exchanging expertise and integrating advanced technologies, both nations aim to create a more robust and responsive system for issuing fatwas, better serving the needs of Muslims in the modern age.
Source: MEA Tech Watch
