MUI delegation meets Egyptian Minister of Awqaf in Cairo

A delegation from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI), led by Vice Chairman KH Cholil Nafis, met with Egypt’s Minister of Awqaf, Sheikh Prof Usamah al-Azhari, in Cairo on November 3, 2026. The meeting focused on strengthening global alliances regarding religious community issues and enhancing cooperation between Indonesia and Egypt.

Key discussion topics included the expansion of Islamic education cooperation, scholarship opportunities for Indonesian students and educators, and human resource development. The parties also explored ways to manage and develop religious endowments (wakaf) and empower the economic welfare of the Muslim community.

KH Cholil Nafis emphasized the importance of partnering with Egyptian institutions, such as Al-Azhar University, to improve the quality of Indonesia’s future Muslim generations. The delegation, which is participating in the 2026 International Preacher Insight Development Program, aims to foster religious diplomacy and promote values of religious moderation on a global scale through student and educator exchange programs.