PUIC Secretary General Condoles on the Passing of the Former Emir of Qatar

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, sent a letter of condolence to H.E. Mr. Hassan bin Abdulla Al-Ghanim, Speaker of the Shura Council of Qatar, following the passing of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Al Thani, former Emir of the State of Qatar and father of the current Emir, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

PUIC Secretary General Condemns Terrorist Bombing at a Café in Damascus

On Thursday, 2 July 2026, the capital of Syria, Damascus, witnessed a terrorist bombing at a café in the Al-Hamidiyah district in central Damascus, resulting in a number of deaths and injuries.

PUIC Secretary General Strongly Condemns Terrorist Plots Targeting the Kingdom of Morocco

The Moroccan authorities recently announced the foiling of terrorist plots targeting Morocco’s security and stability. The Secretary General of the PUIC, His Excellency Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, strongly condemns these terrorist plots and commends the vigilance and competence of the Moroccan security services in thwarting them.

On the Occasion of the Farewell Ceremony of the Martyred Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and his family: The PUIC Secretary General Extends His Sincere Condolences to the Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of Iran

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed his sincere condolences and heartfelt sympathy to the Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran, H.E. Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, on the occasion of the farewell ceremony honoring the late Martyr, His Eminence Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and his martyred family.

PUIC Secretary General Strongly Condemns Zionist Attempts to Ban Adhan in Palestinian Mosques

The so-called “Israeli Knesset” has, at its preliminary reading, approved a draft bill aimed at banning the call to prayer (Adhan) in mosques, under the name of the “Muezzin Law”. The Secretary General of the PUIC, His Excellency Mr Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, strongly denounces this measure, considering it null and void, a crime of a discriminatory and racist nature, and a flagrant violation of the cultural and religious rights enshrined in international human rights law.

PUIC Bulletin No. 35 Summer 2026

PUIC Secretary General Condoles Saudi Arabia Following Saudi Aramco Plane Crash

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed his heartfelt condolences and sincere sympathy to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia following the tragic crash of a Saudi Aramco helicopter on Sunday, 28 June 2026. The accident resulted in the deaths of several employees of the company who were on board. His Excellency the Secretary General prays to Allah Almighty to shower the deceased with His mercy, to bestow His grace upon their families, and to protect the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia from all harm.

Baku Declaration

The 20th Session of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States, Baku, Republic of Azerbaijan, 22-25 June 2026

Prof. Dr. Sahiba Gafarova, Speaker of the Milli Majlis of Republic of Azerbaijan: The PUIC is a platform for Sharing Experiences and Coordinating Legislation

In an interview with the “PUIC” Bulletin, The Speaker of the Milli Majlis of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Prof. Dr. Sahiba Gafarova, addressed a number of key issues, such as promoting economic development, empowering young people in society, strengthening the role of women in parliamentary work, and artificial intelligence. Below is the full text of the interview:

Inauguration of the 20th Session of the PUIC Conference

Baku- Republic of Azerbaijan - 24 June 2026

Secretary General Congratulates Speaker of Senegal Parliament

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed his sincere felicitations to H.E. Mr. Ousmane Sonko, on the occasion of his election as the Speaker of the National Assembly of Senegal. In his letter of congratulation, the Secretary General extended his wishes to the Speaker for success in his mission, and affirmed continuous cooperation with His Excellency and the esteemed Senegalese Parliament.

PUIC Secretary General Congratulates Speaker of Iranian Parliament

H.E. the PUIC Secretary General Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed congratulations to H.E. Dr. Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, Speaker of the Islamic Parliament of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on his re-election as Speaker of the Parliament. H.E. also expressed his sincere wishes for Mr Ghalibaf to succeed in his duties, and stated his hope to continue promoting constructive cooperation between the PUIC and the Iranian Parliament.

PUIC Secretary General Welcomes Israel's Placement on "Shame List" for Committing Sexual Violence in Conflict Zones

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, welcomed the inclusion of Israel and its occupying authorities on the "list of shame" of States and entities accused of committing sexual violence in conflict zones, as set out in the UN Secretary-General’s annual report.

Secretary General Congratulates Speaker of Uganda Parliament

H.E. the PUIC Secretary General Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed his sincere congratulations to H.E. Mr. JACOB MARKSONS OBOTH on the occasion of his election as the new Speaker of the Parliament of Uganda.

PUIC Secretary General Extends Condolences to National Assembly of Cameroon

The PUIC Secretary General, H.E. Mr. Mouhamed Khouraichi NIASS, extended his sincere condolences to the Parliament and people of the Republic of Cameroon on the passing of the late Mr. Cavayé Yéguié Djibril, former Speaker of the National Assembly of the Republic of Cameroon, praying to Almighty Allah to shower the deceased with His mercy and forgiveness and to grant him a place in Paradise.

Secretary General Congratulates PUIC Speakers, Observers and Muslim Ambassadors

The PUIC Secretary General Mr. Mohamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed sincere felicitations to their excellencies PUIC Parliament Speakers, Observers and Ambassadors of Muslim States accredited to Tehran on the occasion of the of Eid Al-Adha Al Mubarak. In messages sent to them, the Secretary General wished them good health, long life and progress to their countries and the Islamic Ummah.

PUIC Secretary General Condemns Attack on Islamic Centre in San Diego, California

The Islamic Centre in San Diego, California, USA, came under vicious attack on 18 May 2026, with assailants targeting the centre, which houses a mosque, a school, as well as other facilities. The attack resulted in several fatalities, including the centre’s brave security guard.

PUIC Secretary General Condemns Terrorist Attack in the Lake Chad Region

The Secretary General of the PUIC, H.E. Mr Mouhamed Khouraichi Niass, expressed his condemnation of the terrorist attack that targeted a military base in the Lake Chad region on 4 May 2026, resulting in the deaths and injuries of dozens of soldiers.