The 7th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Muslim Religious Boards of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) has begun in Baku.

Axar.az reports that the national anthem was played at the opening ceremony, followed by a recitation from the Holy Quran.

Sheikhulislam Allahshukur Pashazade, Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Office and chair of the meeting, delivered a welcoming address.

The meeting will focus on further strengthening cooperation among Muslim religious institutions, protecting and strengthening the family, Islam’s approach to science and technology, and other topical issues.

The 7th Meeting of the Council of Heads of Muslim Religious Boards of the OTS brings together religious leaders from Azerbaijan, Turkiye, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus.

Overall, the event is attended by state, academic and religious figures representing 40 countries and 15 international organizations.