Riyadh, September 17 (QNA) - The Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) and the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies explored prospects for enhancing cooperation in the fields of Islamic studies and manuscript preservation, as well as underlining  the contributions of Islamic civilization.

The two sides also discussed the preparation of joint studies and research aimed at advancing knowledge and safeguarding the scientific and cultural heritage of the Islamic world.

Director-General of ICESCO, Dr. Salem bin Mohammed Al Malik presented an overview of the organization's key activities, initiatives, and programs to Secretary-General of the King Faisal Center for Research and Islamic Studies, Princess Maha bint Mohammed Al Faisal Al Saud at the Center's headquarters in Riyadh. He highlighted areas of mutual interest and opportunities for building an effective scholarly partnership that contributes to advancing research and supporting institutions dedicated to Islamic studies.

The discussion also addressed a proposal to establish an academic chair specializing in Transoxiana studies, aiming to foster research into the region's history and the contributions of its prominent figures to Islamic civilization.

Both parties agreed to work towards signing a cooperation agreement in the near future to formalize their collaboration and launch a series of joint programs and projects. (QNA)