🕌✨ A 32-member delegation from the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) just wrapped up a vibrant tour of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region! From October 16 to 19, delegates from countries across the Islamic world explored cities like Turpan, Hami, and Urumqi, soaking up the region's unique blend of cultures and rapid development.
They were all about that social harmony! 🤝 The delegates expressed major admiration for the way diverse ethnic groups in Xinjiang live and grow together. They highlighted opportunities to team up on counter-terrorism, development, and fighting misinformation. Sounds like a global squad goal! 🌍💪
Boubacar Gouro Diall, representing Mali at the OIC, emphasized, \"We all need to unite against terrorism. Some nations try to stir the pot to destabilize others and grab resources. Not cool! Let's stand together.\" 🛡️✨ He also called out fake news, urging countries to collaborate in squashing false narratives. 📣🚫
Cote d'Ivoire's Coulibaly Drissa dropped wisdom: \"Social stability is key everywhere. Only with it can we promote global peace.\" ✌️🌐
The delegates didn't just talk the talk—they visited local mosques and Islamic institutes too. Akram Karimi from Tajikistan praised China's commitment to human rights and religious freedom, giving a shoutout to the preservation of ethnic traditions and cultural heritage. 🎶📚
On the tech front, they checked out e-commerce enterprises and solar energy facilities. Cameroon's Dewa Moustafa was hyped about potential energy collaborations. \"We have tons of sun in Cameroon! 🌞 Let's team up with Xinjiang to power up,\" he said.
Saudi Arabia's Hani Abdulwhab M. Kashif called Xinjiang's achievements \"a source of pride not just for China but for all its friends.\" He emphasized the need for more interaction to showcase the real Xinjiang to the world. 🌟🤗
Iran's Naser Kamali Dolat Abadi, a Xinjiang frequent flyer, was stoked about the positive vibes among locals striving for a better life. \"Xinjiang is booming! Diverse cultures, high quality of life—it's all happening here,\" he shared. 🚀🎉
Looks like Xinjiang is definitely on the map for future collaborations and friendship! 👫🌏
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Delegates from Islamic body hail Xinjiang's stability, development
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