REPORT OF THE POLITICAL

The Political, Muslim Minorities and Communities, Legal, Information and Islamic Boycott of Israel Affairs Committee of the Preparatory Meeting of the Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference met in Putrajaya, Malaysia on 13-14 October 2003 under the chairmanship of H.E. Ku Jaafar Ku Shaari, Under Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia.

2. The Committee examined 80 Draft Resolutions on the following issues:

- 09 Resolutions on Palestine and Al-Quds Affairs;

- 01 Resolution on Islamic Boycott of Israel;

- 49 Resolutions on Political Affairs;

- 05 Resolutions on Muslim Communities and Minorities;

- 06 Resolutions on Information Affairs;

- 08 Resolutions on Legal Affairs; and

- 02 Resolutions on Organic Matters.

3. Concerning the Draft Resolutions on Palestine Affairs, the Committee decided to remove the Draft Resolution entitled “Mechanism for Financial Support to the Palestinian People”.

4. Regarding Draft Resolution on Information Affairs, the representative of Senegal, Chairman of the COMIAC briefed the meeting on the activities of the Standing Committee to counter the campaigns by international media against Islam and Muslim States. In this regard, the meeting adopted a Draft Resolution condemning the international campaigns against the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

5. On the Political issues, the Committee endorsed the proposal of the Jamahiriya to amend the title and the content of the Draft Resolution No. 8/10-P(IS) on demanding the final lifting of sanctions against the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and release the Libyan citizen Abdel Basit El-Meghrahi. Accordingly, a new draft resolution was adopted on the same subject taking into consideration the last Security Council regarding the lifting of sanctions imposed on the Jamahiriya.

6. On the initiative of Kuwait, the Committee decided to remove Draft Resolution No. 11/10-P(IS) on the situation between Iraq and Kuwait from the agenda and instead adopt a new Draft Resolution titled “Situation in Iraq”.

7. The Committee, after a lengthy discussion, decided to remove the Draft Resolution on Dialogue between Islam and Christianity from the agenda. In this regard, the Committee recommended that the issue shall be forwarded to the coming senior officials meeting preparatory to the 31^st ICFM, for further study.

8. The Committee, after having indepth discussions, decided to bring the subject matter of the Draft Resolution titled “Establishment of OIC Global Forum”, to the attention of the Summit Conference directly. During the discussions, the members of the Committee commended the Draft Resolution and raised genuine questions regarding the objectives of the Forum, its membership and its budget.

9. The Committee also decided to submit to the attention of the Summit Conference the Report of the Secretary General on “Applications for Observer Status or Full Membership at the OIC” (Document No. IS/10-2003/ORG/SG/REP.1). In this connection, the Committee commended the proposal made by the OIC Secretary General to amend the conditions set for in the existing regulations in order to obtain the Observer status in the Organisation.

10. The Committee expressed its gratitude to His Excellency Mr. Ku Jaafar Ku Shaari and the Government and the people of Malaysia for hosting the Conference and for the generous hospitality extended to all the delegates.

11. The Chairman expressed his gratitude to the Members of the Committee for their cooperation and earnest deliberation. The Committee concluded its work with thanks to the Chair.

12. The Committee refers this report along with the attached draft resolutions to the Plenary for consideration and appropriate action.

Ku Jaafar Ku Shaari

Under Secretary Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Malaysia

and the Chairman of the Political, Muslim Minorities and

Communities, Legal, Information and

Islamic Boycott of Israel Affairs Committee.

RESOLUTION NO.1/10-P(IS)

ON SITUATION IN AFGHANISTAN

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Pursuant to the principles and objectives of the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, as well as the resolutions adopted by the Islamic Conferences, which emphasize the common goals and destiny of the peoples of the Islamic Ummah;

Emphasizing the right of all peoples to chose their political, economic and social systems without any form of foreign intervention, coercion or pressure;

Recalling the principled stand adopted by the Islamic Conference in its resolutions on Afghanistan since January 1980 which call for safeguarding the sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity of Afghanistan;

Taking note of all UN resolutions on the situation in Afghanistan and its implications for international peace and security;

Welcoming the establishment of the Afghan Interim Administration, pursuant to the Agreement signed in Bonn on 5 December 2001, and welcoming further the convening of Loya Jirga and the establishment of the Transitional Administration;

Reiterating the extreme importance of helping Afghanistan to pass through the current transitional phase towards sustainable development, rehabilitation, reconstruction and elimination of various remnants of the civil war;

Reiterating also the importance of international support for rebuilding the Afghan society and its infrastructure through the rehabilitation of its vital nation building institutions;

Recognizing the importance of the return of Afghan refugees and displaced people to their homes, and their reintegration in their homeland;

Taking note of the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Afghanistan (Doc. No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG.REP.1);

1. Welcomes the establishment of the Afghan Interim Administration and supports the process of the Loya Jirga leading to the establishment of Transitional Administration, wishing it success in fulfilling the aspirations of all Afghan people to establish a durable and representative government and promote security, stability as well as comprehensive and sustainable development.

2. Welcomes also the efforts made by the Government and the people of Afghanistan to rebuild their country and commend their achievement.

3. Commends the constructive efforts of the UN including the presence of the ISAF in Kabul as envisaged in Bonn Agreement to assist the people of Afghanistan in bringing back peace and normalcy to their country.

4. Expresses its gratitude and appreciation for the initiative of His Highness Sheikh Hamad Bin Khalifah Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar and Chairman of the 9^th Islamic Summit Conference, on the establishment of a Fund to assist the people of Afghanistan, and on the hosting by the State of Qatar of the donors’ Conference for this Fund in November 2002, where a Board of Trustees was elected and the commencement of the Fund’s operation announced; calls on Member States who have donated to remit their donations and appeals to all Member States to donate in favour of this Fund so that it would achieve its noble objective of assisting the Afghan people.

5. Expresses its appreciation to the Islamic Development Bank for having prepared and submitted to the OIC General Secretariat a progress report on the contribution of the IDB for the reconstruction of Afghanistan and rehabilitation of its infrastructure.

6. Appeals to the international community to step up its assistance so as to alleviate the pressing needs of Afghanistan and fulfill expeditiously its financial commitments announced at the International Donor Conference for the Reconstruction of Afghanistan, held in Tokyo in January 2002.

7. Appeals also to international community and relevant UN Agencies to extend assistance to Afghan refugees and displaced persons in Afghanistan and to ensure their voluntary return to their homes and reintegrate them in their society in full security and dignity.

8. Calls upon the international community to increase its assistance to enhance the efforts of the Interim Administration curb the plantation of opium poppies, production and trafficking of narcotics and to strengthen crop substitution programme in Afghanistan.

9. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of the present resolution and report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO.2/10-P(IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN THE BOSNIA AND HERZEGOVINA

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling all the previous resolutions and declarations adopted by the OIC on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina;

Welcoming the principles, objectives and goals of the Charter of Stability in the Balkans;

Reaffirms the commitment of the OIC Member States to preserve unity, territorial integrity, sovereignty and international personality of Bosnia and Herzegovina, within its internationally recognized borders, as well as its multi-ethnic, multi-cultural and multi-religious structure;

Declares their full support for the full and consistent implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement, as well as to the key intentions of the Stability Pact for South East Europe and expresses their political readiness to continue participating in the meetings of the Peace Implementation Council and the Steering Board of the Peace Agreement, including the Reconstruction Program for Bosnia and Herzegovina;

Deeply concerned with the inconsistencies in the implementation of the Dayton Peace Agreement, particularly relating to the building-up of the State institutions, State regulatory framework, return of refugees and displaced persons to their homes of origin and capturing of indicted war criminals and to bring them to trial;

Having taken note of the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosova (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG.REP.7).

1. Urges international community to speed up and profound the open processes of reconstruction, democratization and reintegration of the State of Bosnia and Herzegovina;

2. Expresses their readiness to continue participating in the whole peace process in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including its development on the basis of the open process of liberalization and regularization of the economic system of the State;

3. Reiterates their spirit of solidarity and expresses readiness to continue assisting people of Bosnia and Herzegovina, in rebuilding their multicultural society, including cultural and religious objects and preserving the Islamic identity in Bosnia and Herzegovina;

4. Emphasizes the crucial role of the International Criminal Tribunal for Former Yugoslavia relating to Bosnia and Herzegovina in promoting peace, justice and reconciliation and urges the speed and effective capturing of the indicted war criminal, as well as full implementation of the UNGA Resolution relating to Srebrenica Massacre and call upon the UN Secretariat and other international organizations to determine responsibility for the occurrence of the massacre and taking the necessary measures in this regard;

5. Strongly condemns tendentious attempts to accuse the former Bosnian President Alija Izetbegovic of alleged involvement in war crimes during the conflict in the Balkans. Affirms that President Izetbegovic is an honest fighter who led his people against Serbian oppression, campaigns of ethnic cleansing, genocide, massacres and dispersion of innocent people, destruction of places of worship and Islamic monuments. Rejects any procedure to prosecute President Izebetgovic under any pretext.

6. Expresses its support to the High Representative in monitoring and implementing particularly the three key areas, namely economic reform, acceleration of the return of refugees and displaced persons and the consolidation of institutions especially at the state level.

7. Stresses that a comprehensive and coordinated return of refugees and displaced persons throughout the region, particularly in Bosnia and Herzegovina, should be further supported politically and materially, having in mind its crucial role for achieving lasting peace for all;

8. Emphasizes also the importance of the economic recovery and the key role of economic revitalization in consolidating peace and stability in Bosnia and Herzegovina and invites the economic operators and banks of the OIC countries to investigate the possibilities to take active role in these processes;

9. Highly appreciates the honouring, by some donor states to the Trust Fund for the urgent Return of Refugees to the Bosnia-Herzegovina, of their financial obligations, transferring their donations to the Fund’s account at the IDB. It urges the Member States to extend further donations in favour of the Fund.

10. Acknowledges the significance of the continued contributions of the OIC members of the Peace Implementation council to the budget of the Office of the High Representative.

11. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of the present resolution and report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO.4/10-P (IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN SOMALIA

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Proceeding from the principles and objectives of the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Recalling all relevant resolutions of the Islamic Conferences of Foreign Ministers and resolutions adopted by the Sixth, Seventh and Eighth Sessions of the Islamic Summit Conference on the situation in Somalia;

Commending the unflagging interests taken by Islamic leaders in the issue of Somalia, embodied in the action taken by H.E. Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti, H.E. Omar Hassan Al-Bashir, President of the Republic of the Sudan, H.E. Mohammed Hosni Mubarak, President of the Arab Republic of Egypt, and H.E. Ali Abdullah Saleh, President of the Republic of Yemen, with a view to achieving security and national reconciliation in Somalia;

Commending the support extended by His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Emir of the State of Qatar for covering the expenses of the conference on Somali National Reconciliation in Djibouti, as well as the assistance provided by the State of Qatar to the new Somali Government with a view to consolidating security and stability in Somalia as well as the assistance provided by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, under the leadership of the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Fahd Ibn Abdul Aziz.;

Noting with satisfaction the intensive efforts made by the Organization of Islamic Conference to promote peace and national reconciliation in Somalia, in cooperation with the United Nations, the League of Arab States, the Inter-governmental Development Authority and the African Union, in the framework of joint approach, which has produced positive results;

Taking Note of all relevant Security Council Resolutions on Somalia;

Commending the tremendous efforts made by the international community in providing relief and humanitarian assistance to the victims of war and famine in Somalia through effective and coordinated efforts under the auspices of the Security Council;

Commending the great success of the Artah Conference in Djibuti which had been organized by the latter;

Having considered the Report of the Secretary General on the situation in Somalia (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG.REP.3);

1. Reaffirms its commitment to the restoration and preservation of the unity, sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Somalia.

2. Invites Member States to support the legitimacy of Somalia as represented by the elected Somali government, which gained the confidence of the Somali parliament in accordance with the provisional national charter drawn up by the Artah Conference in the Republic of Djibouti, and calls on neighbouring states not to shelter or help opposition elements to national reconciliation in Somalia, or to provide them with weapons, pursuant to Security Council resolutions.

3. Makes an urgent appeal to the leaders of all Somali factions to accept the results of the Artah Conference in Djibouti, in fulfillment of the higher interests of the Somali people and in consideration of the resolutions of this conference as the basic pillars on which the ongoing Kenyan conference is based.

4. Express its appreciation to the Member States which have provided relief and humanitarian assistance to the Somali people and urges them to continue this action. It calls on all states to extend emergency support to the Somali government in order to establish security and stability, pursue national reconciliation and build the basic structures of the central government and rural administration.

5. Appeals to the international community, in general, the OIC Member States in particular, and the regional humanitarian organisations and institutions, both governmental and non-governmental, as well as the IDB and the ISF, to shoulder their humanitarian and solidarity obligations and extend financial assistance and in kind to the Republic of Yemen and the Republic of Djibouti in order to help them overcome the economic and social impacts resulting from continuous flows of thousands of refugees, also to help improve the conditions of sheltering them, and provide the necessary capabilities for their safe return to their homeland.

6. Calls upon the international community, especially the Member States, to assist in the reconstruction and rehabilitation of Somalia in order to enable Somalia to rebuild the institutions and the economic infrastructures and the rehabilitation of the various stages of education.

7. Also calls upon all Somali leaders to remain committed to the results of the “Artah Conference” (Djibouti) in order to reach a peaceful solution to the Somali problem and start national reconstruction.

8. Requests the Secretary General to participate actively in the consultations on Somalia by coordinating the Organization’s work with those of other concerned international organizations, in particular IGAD, the Arab League, the African Union and the United Nations; to mandate the special envoy to follow-up this issue; to participate in the Kenyan Conference alongside other regional and international organizations and to use his good offices to get all Somali faction leaders to join the Somali reconciliation Wagon based on the outcomes of the Artah Conference in Djibouti..

9. Enjoins the Contact Group on Somalia to continue its mission and calls on countries concerned to participate in it at the highest level and to support the General Secretariat in its activities aimed at enabling the legitimate Somali authorities..

10. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and submit a report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO.5/10-P(IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN CHECHNYA

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Guided by the principles and purposes of the Charter of the United Nations and the Charter of OIC;

Recalling the Communique' issued by the Office of the Chairman of the OIC and the findings reached by the OIC Ministerial Delegation to Moscow and Chechnya on 6 December 1999;

Recalling further the declaration of the Secretary General of the OIC concerning the visit of the Senior Officials to Moscow 16-19 January 2000;

Taking note of the Declaration issued by the delegation of Arab and Muslim countries during their meeting in Moscow in the spring of 2000 to attend the multilateral discussion on disarmament in the Middle-East;

Expressing its grave concern over the tragic crisis in the Republic of Chechnya of the Russian Federation and the loss of lives and properties;

Reaffirming its respect for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Russian Federation and non-interference in its internal affairs;

Noting the heavy loss of lives particularly among the civilian population and the heavy damage and destruction of property as a result of the Russian offensive;

Expressing its concern over the acute plight of Chechen refugees now living in camps in Ingushetia and other places in the northern Caucasus, most of whom have little or no medical care or other assistance;

Recognizing that only a negotiated political solution can bring an enduring peace in the Chechnya;

Taking note of the Report of the Secretary General on the situation in Chechnya (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.13);

1. Calls on the government of the Russian Federation to pursue negotiations with representatives of the Chechen people as soon as possible with a view to achieving a peaceful settlement of the situation in Chechnya taking into account appropriate international instruments on Human Rights and the agreement signed in 1996. The political solution should cover a general cease fire, and appropriate measures to prevent the resumption of hostilities as well as the return of refugees and displaced persons.

2. Expresses its readiness to pursue contacts with the Government of the Russian Federation with a view to facilitating a peaceful solution.

3. Urges Member States, other members of the international community and international governmental and non-governmental organizations to take all necessary measures to address the humanitarian needs of the Chechen people in particular the refugees and the displaced persons.

4. Urges Member States to provide economic and technical assistance for the reconstruction of Chechnya once a peaceful settlement has been reached.

5. Requests the Secretary General to follow-up the implementation of this resolution and to submit a report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 6/10-P (IS)

ON JAMMU AND KASHMIR DISPUTE

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Reaffirming the principles and objectives of the Charter of the Organization of Islamic Conference which emphasize the common goals and destiny of the peoples of the Islamic Ummah;

Emphasizing the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and recalling the UN resolutions relevant to the Jammu and Kashmir dispute which remain unimplemented;

Recalling that the Simla Agreement signed between the Governments of India and Pakistan calls for a final settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir issue;

Reaffirming the importance of the universal realization of the right of peoples to self-determination enshrined in the Charters of the OIC and the United Nations and reaffirmed in the Millennium Declaration of the UNGA, September 2000;

Recalling the Special Declarations on Jammu and Kashmir adopted by the Seventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference and the Extraordinary Session of the Islamic Summit held in Casablanca in 1994 and Islamabad in 1997 and all previous OIC resolutions on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute;

Expressing concern at the alarming increase in the indiscriminate use of force and gross violations of human rights committed against innocent Kashmiris;

Deeply concerned over the tensions along the line of control in Kashmir which have now become potentially more dangerous following the nuclearisation of South Asia;

Regretting also that the Government of India has not responded favourably so far to the offer of the Good Offices Mission made by the Twentieth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers and renewed by the Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Sessions of the Islamic Summit Conference;

Further regretting that the OIC Fact Finding Mission was not allowed to visit Indian held Jammu and Kashmir;

Noting the rejection of Indian sponsored elections including the recent one, by the Kashmiri people demonstrated through their successful boycott of the elections;

Condemning the restrictions on the freedom of movement of the APHC leaders;

Regretting India’s rejection to the APHC’s proposal for tripartite talks between Pakistan, India and the Kashmiris;

Appreciating the restraint exercised by Pakistan in the face of Indian military build up, its use of coercive diplomacy and provocative rhetoric of its leadership;

Noting with regret the Indian attempt to malign the legitimate Kashmiri freedom struggle by denigrating it as terrorism;

Appreciating that the Kashmiris condemn terrorism in all its forms and manifestations including state sponsored terrorism;

Taking note of the Memorandum submitted by the True Representatives of Jammu and Kashmir;

Noting the reports of the Ministerial and Summit Meetings of the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir and endorsing the recommendations contained therein;

Encouraging and supporting the dialogue between Pakistan and India aimed at resolving all outstanding issues including the core issue of Jammu and Kashmir;

Taking note of the Report of the Secretary General on the Jammu and Kashmir dispute;

1. Calls for a peaceful settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir issue in accordance with the relevant UN Resolutions and as agreed upon in the Simla Agreement.

2. Condemns the continuing massive violations of human rights of the Kashmiri people and calls for the respect of their human rights including the right of self-determination.

3. Calls upon Member states to take all necessary steps to persuade India to cease forthwith the gross and systematic human rights violations of the Kashmiri people and to enable them to exercise their inalienable right to self-determination as mandated by the relevant resolutions of the Security Council.

4. Affirms that any political process/elections held under foreign occupation cannot be a substitute to the exercise of the right of self-determination by people of Kashmir as provided in the relevant Security Council Resolutions and reaffirmed in the Millennium Declaration of the UN General Assembly.

5. Calls upon India to allow International Human Rights Groups and Humanitarian Organizations to visit Jammu and Kashmir.

6. Supports the ongoing efforts of the Government of Pakistan to seek a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute through all possible means including substantive bilateral talks with India. In this context, calls for serious negotiations for a peaceful settlement of the Jammu and Kashmir dispute in accordance with the will of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

7. Notes with appreciation Pakistan’s offer of a ceasefire along the Line of Control and the offer to encourage a general cessation of violence within Kashmir involving reciprocal obligations and restraints on Indian forces and the Kashmir freedom movement.

8. Expresses concern at the Indian rejection of the action plan for peace in the region and Calls upon India to reconsider Pakistan’s proposal for peace in the region.

9. Affirms that a sustained dialogue is essential to address the core issue of Jammu and Kashmir and to remove the basic causes of tension between India and Pakistan.

10. Calls upon India to take urgent appropriate measures to de-escalate the current tense situation in the region;

11. Appeals to the Member States, OIC and other Islamic Institutions, such as the Islamic Solidarity Fund, and philanthropists to mobilize funds and contribute generously towards providing humanitarian assistance to the Kashmiri people.

12. Requests the Islamic Development Bank and the Islamic Solidarity Fund to provide the necessary financial resources to establish a number of technical vocational centers in the Azad Jammu and Kashmir region so as to create employment opportunities for Kashmiri refugees; also requests them to provide some scholarships for Kashmiri youth in Islamic universities as well as in Pakistani universities; and entrusts the General Secretariat to submit appropriate proposals.

13. Requests the Government of India, in the interest of regional peace and security, to avail itself of the offer of Good Offices made by the Twentieth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers and the Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Sessions of the Islamic Summit Conference.

14. Requests the Secretary General to establish contact with the governments of India and Pakistan and the true representatives of the people of Jammu and Kashmir with a view to promoting a just and peaceful settlement of the Kashmir dispute.

15. Appreciates the efforts made by the Secretary General for enabling the true representatives of the Kashmiri people to have their views expressed in OIC and other international fora, and requests him to continue to take all necessary steps in this regard.

16. Requests the Secretary General to appoint a Special Representative on Jammu and Kashmir.

17. Welcomes the visit of the four member Fact Finding Mission to Azad Jammu and Kashmir from 21 to 24 April 2003, sent by the Secretary General, in accordance with the decision of the OIC Annual Coordination Meeting of the Foreign Ministers in New York in 2000 and 2002 and the Annual Coordination Meeting of the Foreign Ministers in New York in 1998, Twentieth, Twenty-first, Twenty-second, Twenty-third, Twenty-fourth, Twenty-sixth and Twenty-seventh, Twenty-eighth, Twenty-ninth Sessions of the Islamic Conferences of Foreign Ministers as well as the Seventh Extraordinary session and the Sixth, Seventh, Eighth and Ninth Sessions of the Islamic Summit Conference, and to submit a report to him;

18. Appreciates the full cooperation extended by the Government of Pakistan and the Government of Azad Jammu and Kashmir to the four member Fact Finding Mission sent by the Secretary General to visit Azad Jammu and Kashmir from 21 to 24 April 2003;

19. Regrets that the OIC Fact Finding Mission has not been able to pay a visit to the Indian held Jammu and Kashmir which is essential for the full implementation of the mandate of the Mission.

20. Requests the Government of India to allow the OIC Fact-Finding Mission to visit the Indian held Jammu and Kashmir.

21. Recommends that Member States continue to coordinate their positions and to take action at the UN General Assembly and the Commission on Human Rights and other relevant international fora to promote respect for the fundamental human rights of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.

22. Commends the efforts being made by the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir and mandates the Group to meet regularly along side the session of the UN General Assembly, the UN Commission on Human Rights: Sub-Commission on Prevention of Discrimination and Protection of Minorities to muster the support of the international community for safeguarding the fundamental rights of the Kashmiri people.

23. Requests the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir to continue its efforts for promoting the right of self-determination of the Kashmiri people in accordance with the UN Resolutions and for safeguarding their fundamental human rights.

24. Decides to consider the Jammu and Kashmir Dispute at the Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

25. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and to submit report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 7/10-P(IS)

ON THE ESCALATION OF THE TENSIONS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Guided by the principles and purposes of the OIC Charter as well as UN Charter;

Recalling the OIC Summit and ministerial Resolutions on the security and Solidarity of Islamic States which affirm that the security of each Muslim country is the concern of all Islamic countries;

Recalling also the relevant OIC declarations and resolutions expressing solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan and support for the just struggle of Kashmiri people for their fundamental human rights including the right of self-determination;

Expressing grave concern over the escalation of tensions in the region initiated by India;

Welcoming the restraint demonstrated by Pakistan in the face of Indian military build up and provocative rhetoric against Pakistan;

Expressing regret over India's attempts to implicate Pakistan in the incidents of terrorist violence in Jammu and Kashmir;

Noting with appreciation Pakistan’s condemnation of terrorism in all its forms and manifestations and also its offer to India for holding neutral investigations in all the incidents of violence in Jammu and Kashmir;

Deploring that India has sought to evade resumption of dialogue for resolution of differences and finding a peaceful solution of the Kashmir dispute on the pretext of cross border infiltration;

Noting with regret that India has refused and rejected Pakistan’s proposals for verifiable monitoring of the Line of Control;

Welcoming the efforts undertaken by Pakistan to improve relations with India and repeated offers for resumption of a dialogue to discuss all outstanding issues including Jammu and Kashmir;

1. Expresses grave concern over the Indian military build up and escalation of tensions initiated by India and urges India to de-escalate tension and desist from provocative rhetoric against Pakistan..

2. Calls upon India to respond positively to Pakistan's offers for resumption of a dialogue in order to resolve all outstanding issues including Jammu and Kashmir.

3. Further calls upon India to cooperate with Pakistan, the United Nations and the international community to accept the strengthening of the UNMOGIP and to provide it full support.

4. Reaffirms its support for the Kashmiri peoples right to self-determination.

5. Calls upon the international community including the United Nations to pay an urgent attention to the escalating situation in Jammu and Kashmir and to mediate for restraint and peace.

6. Affirms complete solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Pakistan in its efforts to safeguard its sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity.

7. Requests the Secretary General and the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir to remain seized of the developments of the situation.

RESOLUTION NO. 8/10-P(IS)

ON THE LIFTING OF SANCTIONS IMPOSED AGAINST THE GREAT SOCIALIST PEOPLE'S LIBYAN ARAB JAMAHIRIYA

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Guided by the principles enshrined in the OIC Charter calling for solidarity among Member States;

Attached to the principles enshrined in the UN Charter calling to refrain from the use, or threat of use of force in international relations and for the conflict resolution through peaceful means;

Recalling the resolutions adopted by previous Islamic Conferences as well as the Resolutions and Final Declarations adopted by the Council of the League of Arab States, the African Union, and the Non-Aligned Movement;

Referring to the verdict passed by the International Court of Justice on 27.2.1998 confirming its competence and acceptance to consider the case;

Expressing its appreciation for the wise decision of Colonel Muamar Al Gadhafi and for the position of the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and its positive initiative aimed at reaching a peaceful settlement of the crisis and for honoring all requirements provided for in the relevant UN Security Council resolutions No. 748 (1992) and 883 (1993);

Expressing also its deep concern over the material and human losses inflicted on the Arab Libyan people and the neighboring States as a result of the unjust sanctions imposed;

Expressing its appreciation for the Great Jamahiriya’s encouragement of its two suspect citizens to appear before the Scottish court in Holland;

Expressing regret over the ruling passed by the Scottish Court of Appeal which confirmed the condemnation of the Libyan citizen Abdul Baset Al-Megrahi and in which legal experts find many legal flaws;

1. Welcomes UN Security Council Resolution 1506 (2003) lifting definitively the sanctions that were imposed against the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and calls for all unilateral sanctions imposed on Libya, considering them as a means of political coercion in contradiction with UN Resolution, in particular the General Assembly resolution 57/5/2002.

2. Supports the right of the Great Jamahiriya to receive just reparations for the human and material damages inflicted on it as a result of the sanctions imposed against it.

3. Regrets the condemnation of one of the two Libyan citizens and expresses its conviction that the innocence of one means the innocence of the other since the assumptions underlying their accusation are the same and demands the release of the Libyan citizen, considered as a political hostage, Abdul Baset Al Megrahi.

4. Calls on international public opinion to condemn the political motives underlying the verdict against the Libyan citizen Abdul Baset Al-Megrahi, which has been found by legal experts to suffer from many flaws.

5. Requests the Secretary-General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 9/10-P(IS)

ON THE POLITICAL SITUATION IN SIERRA LEONE

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Having noted with great satisfaction the conclusion of the Lome Peace Accord of 7^th July, 1999 brokered by ECOWAS under the auspices of the President of the Republic of Togo, the then Chairman of ECOWAS;

Noting the efforts of ECOWAS, the United Nations, the OAU and other international organizations to bring peace to Sierra Leone and the sub-region especially the cease-fire agreement signed in Abuja, Federal Republic of Nigeria on 30 April 2001, between the Government of Sierra Leone and the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) culminating in the cessation of hostilities and ushering in the current peaceful atmosphere in Sierra Leone;

Aware also that a large number of Sierra Leone nationals including professionals, were forced to flee to neighbouring countries or elsewhere as refugees have started to return to Sierra Leone as a result of the peaceful atmosphere and the programme of rehabilitation, reconstruction and re-settlement which is being gradually implemented;

Taking note of the Secretary General’s report on the situation in Sierra Leone (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.12).

1. Expresses its deep appreciation to the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the United Nations, the OAU and other International Organizations, etc. and to the Government of the Republic of Togo for the conclusion of the peace agreement and recalls the positive action undertaken by the countries which have contributed forces to the ECOMOG Peacekeeping force namely, Nigeria, Guinea, Ghana, Mali, Niger and Gambia. Also expresses its deep appreciation for the decisions by the governments of Bangladesh and Pakistan to contribute a large contingent of troops to UNAMSIL in Sierra Leone.

2. Accepts the results of the recently held Presidential and Parliamentary elections which the incumbent President Dr. Ahmad Tejan Kabbah and his Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) won so brilliantly.

3. Appeals to all Member States and other humanitarian/financial organizations to extend urgent material assistance to the Government of Sierra Leone and to enable it to undertake the economic and social rehabilitation of the country and to facilitate the return to their home of refugees living in neighbouring countries.

4. Welcome the establishment of the Trust Fund for Sierra Leone and endorses in this regard the recommendations of the Contact Group on Sierra Leone.

5. Commends the generous financial contributions made by the Member States of Qatar and Malaysia and the material assistance offered by the Republic of the Sudan.

6. Urges the OIC Member States to pledge their generous assistance to Sierra Leone for the rehabilitation and reconstruction of the country following the mayhem and destruction caused by the civil war bilaterally or through the OIC Fund for reconstruction rehabilitation and humanitarian assistance for Sierra Leone.

7. Further urges Member States to extend appropriate assistance to neighbouring States to mitigate the impact of the influx of the hundreds of thousands of Sierra Leonean refugees pending their return home.

8. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 10/10-P(IS)

ON THE POLITICAL SITUATION IN THE UNION OF COMOROS

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Having taken cognizance of the evolution of the political situation of the Union of Comoros, constituting one of the essential causes of the secessionist crisis in the Island of Anjuan;

Having considered the political situation in the Union of Comoros, the current positive developments, particularly the peace process and national reconciliation, pursuant to the determination of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference to preserve the unity of the Islamic Ummah and the sovereignty of all Member States over their territories;

Taking note of the report of the Secretary General (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.16);

1. Reiterates its full commitment to national unity, the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the Union of Comoros.

2. Expresses satisfaction with achieving national consensus, the establishment of State institutions and the results of the Presidential elections; commends the efforts exerted by the Comorian Government, in cooperation with the OIC, OAU, League of Arab States and the International Organization of Francophonie, aimed at realizing a peaceful settlement of the political crisis in the Comoros.

3. Calls on Member States, Ministerial Councils, and Islamic and specialized organizations, and concerned bodies to expeditiously extend humanitarian and economic assistance to the Union of the Comoros to help it overcome its acute economic crisis and erase the effects of secession and enable it to rehabilitate the institutions of the States, reopen schools and hospitals, and achieve a balanced development among its different islands.

4. Calls on funds and banks in the Member States to consider the possibility of cancelling or rescheduling the debts of the Union of Comoros as a contribution in the reconstruction of Comorian economy.

5. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the matter in coordination with the government of the Union of Comoros and speedily dispatch a delegation from the General Secretariat to take stock of the situation in the Union of Comoros to enable the Secretary General to take appropriate steps.

6. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and to report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 11/10-P(IS)

ON SOLIDARITY WITH THE REPUBLIC OF THE SUDAN

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling all the relevant Islamic resolutions, in particular Resolution No. 20/9-P (IS), adopted by the Ninth Session of the Islamic Summit and Resolution No. 19/29-P adopted by the Twenty-eighth Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers on supporting Sudan’s efforts to achieve national unity, peace, development and to safeguard its identity, and cultural heritage;

Taking note that Sudan continues to face external threats targeting its unity, stability and territorial integrity and to be subjected to mobilization of public opinion and negative campaigns by some hostile circles,

Commending the continuing efforts and serious endeavours made by the Government of the Republic of the Sudan to achieve lasting peace and the positive development accomplished in the ongoing negotiations between the government and the rebel movement aimed at signing a comprehensive a just agreement that will achieve peace and stability in the country;

Expressing its deep appreciation for the efforts made by the Arab Republic of Egypt, the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, IGAD, and the Arab League to achieve national harmony and peace in the Sudan;

Recalling resolutions 22/51 and 17/51 of the United Nations General Assembly on the unilateral economic sanctions imposed by Member States on other countries, recalling also resolutions 15/8-P (IS) and 44/26-P adopted by the 26^th Session of the Islamic Conference of Foreign Ministers on the decision of the United States of America to impose unilateral economic sanctions on Sudan;

Welcoming Security Council resolution 1372 of 28 September 2001 on the lifting of international sanction of Sudan, about which the Secretary General received a letter of appreciation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Sudan for the support of the Member States to the Republic of Sudan in recording this achievement;

Expressing its commendation and appreciation for the efforts of the Republic of Sudan in raising the ideals of human rights, which have crowned its efforts to drop the resolution on the situation of the human rights in Sudan at the 53^rd Session of the Human Rights Commission in Geneva on 16.4.2003. Taking into account the letter dispatched by the Foreign Minister of the Republic of the Sudan to the Secretary General containing Sudan’s appreciation for the support of the Member States to the Republic of Sudan in recording this achievement;

Taking note with appreciation the positive testimony of the American Administration in the Congress on 21.4.2003 on the future of peace in the Republic of the Sudan and stressing the seriousness of the Government and the movement in the efforts to enthrone peace in the country;

Appreciating the hosting by the Republic of the Sudan of a large number of refugees of neighbouring countries and the slowness of their voluntary return their countries due to the persistence of the conditions that led to their seeking refuge, and its efforts to shelter and care for them and to facilitate the voluntary return to their countries;

Further appreciating the damage inflicted on the infrastructure, including roads, bridges, electricity, water and the projects of vital services such as schools and hospitals during the years of war in Southern Sudan, and the consequent cessation of the projects of development and reconstruction and displacement of thousands of citizens from the war areas to other areas in the Republic of the Sudan.

1. Stresses its complete solidarity with Sudan in confronting hostile plans against it and defending its unity, territorial integrity.

2. Commends the continuous endeavours of the Government of the Republic of the Sudan to achieve peace and national harmony and reaching of a framework agreement and halting of hostilities between the governments and the revel movement and calls for its development into a comprehensive agreement and permanent ceasefire and bloodshed.

3. Invites the United States of America to lift the unilateral sanctions against Sudan, which will carry forward peace and strengthen the government efforts to create development and achieve stability in the country.

4. Decides to establish a Fund for the reconstruction and development of the regions damaged by the war in the Republic of the Sudan, and calls on the Member States, the Islamic Solidarity Fund and the financing institutions in the Member States to contribute to this Fund.

5. Urges the Islamic Develo and pment Bank and financial institutions in Islamic countries to support to development projects in areas affected by war in the Sudaninvites investors from Islamic countries to organize a conference to promote investment in Sudan.

6. Appeals to Member States and international donors to extend assistance that it appropriate to the numbers of refugees in Sudan neighbouring countries, to contribute actively to the programme of the voluntary to their countries, and enthronement of stability of displaced Sudanese as a result of the war.

7. Requests the Secretary General to follow-up the implementation of this resolution and to submit a report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 12/I0-P(IS)

ON THE AGGRESSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA AGAINST THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Proceeding from the principles and objectives of the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Gravely concerned over the aggression by the Republic of Armenia against the Republic of Azerbaijan which has resulted in the occupation of more than 20% of Azeri territory;

Deeply distressed over the plight of more than one million Azerbaijani displaced persons and refugees resulting from Armenian aggression and magnitude and severity of humanitarian problems;

Reaffirming all previous relevant resolutions and, in particular, the resolution No.21/9-P(IS), adopted by the Ninth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference;

Urging strict adherence to the Charter of the UN and full implementation of Security Council resolutions;

Welcoming all diplomatic and other efforts for the settlement of the conflict;

Reaffirming all Member States respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan;

Noting also the destructive influence of the policy of aggression of the Republic of Armenia on the peace process in the OSCE framework;

Taking note of the Report of the Secretary General (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.11).

1. Strongly condemns the aggression of the Republic of Armenia against the Republic of Azerbaijan.

2. Considers the actions perpetrated against civilian Azerbaijani population in occupied Azerbaijani territory as crimes against humanity.

3. Strongly condemns looting and destruction of the archeological cultural and religious monuments on the occupied territories of Azerbaijan.

4. Strongly demands the strict implementation of the United Nations Security Council resolutions 822, 853, 874 and 884, and the immediate unconditional and complete withdrawal of Armenian forces from all occupied Azerbaijani territories inter alia Lachin and Shusha regions and strongly urges Armenia to respect the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

5. Expresses its concern that Armenia has not yet implemented demands contained in the UN Security Council resolutions.

6. Calls on the UN Security Council to recognize the existence of aggression against the Republic of Azerbaijan; take the necessary steps under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations to ensure compliance with its resolutions; condemn and reverse aggression against the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Azerbaijan and decides to take coordinated action to this end at the United Nations.

7. Urges all States to refrain from providing any supplies of military arms and equipment to Armenia, which can encourage the aggressor to escalate the conflict and to continue the occupation of the Azerbaijani territories. The territory of Member States should not be used for transit of such supplies.

8. Calls upon Member States, as well as other members of the international community, to use such effective political and economic measures as required in order to put an end to Armenian aggression and to occupation of the Azerbaijani territories.

9. Calls for a just and peaceful settlement of the conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan on the basis of respect for the principles of territorial integrity of states and inviolability of internationally recognized frontiers.

10. Urges both Armenia and Azerbaijan and all Member States of the Minsk Group to engage constructively in the ongoing OSCE peace process on the basis of the relevant resolutions of the UN Security Council and relevant OSCE decisions and documents, including those of the First Additional Meeting of the CSCE Council of 24 March 1992, CSCE Summit of 5-6 December 1994, OSCE Summits of 2-3 December 1996 and 18-19 November 1999, OSCE Council of Ministers Meetings of 18-19 December 1997 and 3-4 December 2001 and refrain from any action that will make it more difficult to reach a peaceful solution.

11 Expresses its full support for the three principles of the settlement of the armed conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan contained in the statement of the OSCE Chairman-in-Office at the 1996 Lisbon OSCE Summit, namely the territorial integrity of the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, highest degree of self-rule of the Nagorno-Karabakh region within Azerbaijan and guaranteed security for Nagorno-Karabakh and its whole population.

12. Considers the proposal made by the OSCE Minsk Conference Co-chairmen aimed at the staged settlement of the Armenia-Azerbaijan armed conflict as the basis for the negotiations within the framework of the OSCE Minsk Group and expresses its understanding that this approach is to ensure immediate elimination of the most serious consequences of the aggression against the Republic of Azerbaijan.

13. Requests the Secretary General to communicate the OIC’s principled and firm position vis-à-vis the Armenian aggression against the Republic of Azerbaijan, to the current Chairman of the European Organization for Security and Cooperation.

14. Reaffirms its total solidarity and support for the efforts being made by the Government and people of Azerbaijan to defend their country.

15. Calls for enabling the displaced persons and refugees to return to their homes in safety, honour and dignity.

16. Expresses its appreciation to all Member States which have made humanitarian assistance to the refugees and displaced persons and urges all the others to extend their contributions to these people.

17. Expresses its concern over the severity of humanitarian problems concerning the existence of more than one million displaced persons and refugees in the territory of the Republic of Azerbaijan and requests the OIC Member States, the Islamic Development Bank and the other Islamic Institutions to render urgent financial and humanitarian assistance to the Republic of Azerbaijan.

18. Considers, that Azerbaijan has the right for appropriate compensation with regard to damages it suffered, and puts the responsibility for the adequate compensation of these damages on Armenia.

19. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and to report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 13/10-P(IS)

ON US ATTACK ON AL-SHIFA PHARMACEUTICAL PLANT IN KHARTOUM

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Emphasizing the principles and objectives of the Organisation of the Islamic Conference which call for solidarity among Islamic States;

Recalling the principles of the UN Charter which stipulate the commitment on the part of Member States to desist from the use, or threat of use of force, and to settle their disputes through peaceful means;

Also recalling its previous resolutions to assist the Republic of Sudan to counter dangers that threaten its security and national unity;

Welcoming resolutions adopted by the League of Arab States, the Eighth Summit of Non-Aligned States as well as the continuous efforts of the Arab and Islamic Group at the United Nations, which roundly condemned the missile attack launched by the USA against Al-Shifa Pharmaceutical Plant in Khartoum on 20 August 1998, and supported Sudan's request to set up an international committee of enquiry;

Reiterating its total rejection of the use of force and all forms of terrorism, including state terrorism;

1. Expresses its full support and assistance to the request of the Republic of Sudan to constitute an international committee of inquiry, under the supervision of the UN Security Council in order to investigate into the allegations of the USA that Al-Shifa Pharmaceutical Plant produced toxic chemical gasses.

2. Requests again the USA Government to positively respond to the request of the Sudan to set up a committee of inquiry.

3. Reiterates its total solidarity with the Sudan to counter hostile designs which target its security and national unity.

4. Requests the Secretary General to conduct necessary contacts with the Security Council and the USA Government, or any other organization, in order to implement this resolution, and to report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 14/10-P(IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN CYPRUS

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Reaffirming the previous resolutions of the Islamic Conferences on the question of Cyprus which express firm support for the rightful cause of the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus who constitute an integral part of the Islamic world;

Recalling that in nearly four decades since the establishment of UNFICYP, it has not been possible to achieve a negotiated settlement of the Cyprus problem;

Emphasizing in this regard the key importance of respecting the principles of equal political status in the attainment of a freely negotiated and mutually acceptable solution;

Calling on the two parties in Cyprus to reciprocally acknowledge each other’s equal status in order to pave the way to a lasting settlement on a mutually agreed basis;

Recalling in this regard that, in December 2001, it was the Turkish Cypriot side who took the initiative for a peaceful settlement in Cyprus by inviting the Greek Cypriot side to direct talks;

Welcoming the two-track proposal of 2 April 2003 suggested by the Turkish Cypriot side aimed at overcoming the crisis of confidence between the two peoples of the Island and contributing to the normalization of relations between them, while giving a new impetus to the efforts targeting a comprehensive settlement;

Supporting in this regard the statement of the UN Secretary General of 12 September 2000;

Reiterating its support for the efforts of the UN Secretary General under his mission of good offices towards a negotiated settlement mutually acceptable to both sides in 2003;

Welcoming in this context the willingness shown by the Turkish Cypriot side for a political and viable settlement by presenting a comprehensive proposal on 31 August 1998;

Welcoming the commencement of the direct talks between the two parties in Cyprus;

Regretting that outside developments raising the possibility of EU membership of the Greek Cypriot side have continued to hamper progress towards a negotiated settlement;

Considering that building of mutual confidence between the two sides in Cyprus is essential to make progress towards a just and lasting settlement;

Welcoming the fact that the Turkish Cypriot side has accepted the UN sponsored package of military confidence building measures presented by the UN Secretary General;

Calling on the Greek Cypriot side to show a reciprocal constructive approach by accepting this proposal;

Considering that the massive arms build-up and the establishment of a military air base in Paphos as well as the continuing construction of a naval base in Zygi by the Greek Cypriot side and the recent purchase of twelve Russian made Mil Mi-35 type assault helicopters further deepen the existing mistrust between the two sides and constitute a threat to peace and stability in the island and the region;

Recalling its Resolution No. 23/9-P(IS) adopted at the 9^th Session of the Islamic Summit Conference which decided the enhancement of the participation of the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Having considered in this context the request of the Turkish Cypriot side for full membership in the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Expressing its solidarity with the Turkish Muslim People of Cyprus and its appreciation for their constructive efforts to attain a just and mutually acceptable settlement;

Noting with appreciation the report of the Secretary General on the situation in Cyprus contained in document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.8);

1. Reaffirms the total equality of the two parties in Cyprus as the principle enabling them to live side-by-side in security, peace and harmony without the one having the ability to govern, exploit, oppress or threaten the other.

2. Urges the Member States to strengthen effective solidarity with the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus and with a view to helping them to overcome the inhuman isolation which has been imposed upon them to increase and expand their relations in all fields and in particular in the fields of trade, tourism, culture, information, investment and sports.

3. Decides to support until the Cyprus problem is solved, the rightful claim of the Turkish Muslim people of Cyprus for the right to be heard in all international fora where the Cyprus problem comes up for discussion, on the basis of equality of the two parties in Cyprus.

4. Requests the Secretary General to carry out the necessary contacts with the Islamic Development Bank with a view to seeking the ways and means of the latter's assistance for the development projects of the Turkish Cypriot side.

5. Decides to remain actively seized of the request of the Turkish Cypriot side of Cyprus for full membership of the OIC.

6. Requests the Secretary General to take all necessary measures for the implementation of this Resolution and to report thereon to the to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 15/10-P(IS)

ON THE PROBLEM OF REFUGEES IN THE MUSLIM WORLD

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling all relevant Islamic resolutions, in particular resolution No.36/8-P(IS) adopted by the Eighth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference on the problem of Refugees;

Commending the existing cooperation between United Nations High Commission (UNHCR) and the OIC;

Deeply concerned over the plight of refugees in many parts of the world, most of whom are members of the Islamic community;

Reaffirming the solidarity of Member States with the countries hosting the refugees, and thus assuming immense political, economic and social burdens, in a spirit of Islamic brotherhood and in accordance with the principles of the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference;

Convinced that such a solidarity is dictated by the principles of brotherhood and the defense of human rights and human dignity, which are deep-rooted in the Islamic heritage and tradition;

Recalling the mandate of the UNHCR and the pivotal role of the UN 1951 Convention on Refugees in providing protection and adequate care to refugees;

Recalling also the responsibility of all states to extend their timely and adequate assistance to Member States hosting refugees to reduce the heavy burden they are shouldering in a spirit of international solidarity and burden sharing;

Noting with deep concern the declining levels of international assistance extended to the countries hosting refugees to help them to continue providing assistance to refugees;

Emphasizing that the OIC can mobilize more funds to assist the refugees in the Muslim countries States through the hosting countries;

Fully convinced that the lasting most preferred solution of for the refugee problem consists in providing favourable conditions for their return to their homelands in safety and dignity;

Taking Note of the Report of the Secretary General (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.15);

1. Expresses its appreciation to Member States, donor countries, the UNHCR, the U.N. specialized agencies, and other humanitarian institutions of the valuable assistance they extend to refugees in Islamic countries.

2. Expresses also its deep appreciation to countries hosting refugees of their generous assistance to refugees irrespective of their critical economic situation as well as presence of large numbers of displaced persons.

3. Reaffirms its deep concern over the far-reaching effects of the existence of millions of refugees in Islamic States and particularly over those effects related to the concerned countries’ security, stability and infrastructures, which adversely affects their economic and social development.

4. Calls on Member States, to coordinate their action at international level with a view to determining the main causes behind the exodus of refugees to Islamic and other countries and strive, in cooperation with the UNHCR, to enable those refugees to return to their homes as soon as circumstances permit.

5. Calls on Member States who have not acceded to the 1951 Convention to consider accession to the Convention given its continued relevance as the main universal instrument of refugees protection.

6. Takes note of the report of the First Meeting of the Governmental Experts Group on the issue of refugees in the Islamic world, and calls on the Group to continue its work and consider inter alia the convening in coordination with the UNHCR of a Ministerial Conference in 2004 to address the problem of the refugees in the Muslim world.

7. Urges Member States and the Islamic Development Bank to increase their assistance to the Islamic countries hosting refugees given the economic and social difficulties caused by the presence of such refugees living in their territories.

8. Urges the international community to actively support and facilitate the ongoing process of voluntary repatriation and successful reintegration of returnees in order to ensure the durability of their return.

9. Calls on Member States to cooperate with the UNHCR to end the downward trend of assistance to refugees and to secure additional resources to alleviate the sufferings of those refugees in Islamic countries.

10. Urges non-Member States to create better conditions for their Muslim communities and minorities, so that they are not forced to escape or driven out as refugees as a result of religious, ethnic or racial oppressions.

11. Condemns all acts of repression against the refugees, including armed attacks on their camps and pressures on the countries hosting them.

12. Requests the Secretary General to continue to closely liaise with the hosting countries and cooperate and coordinate with the UNHCR with a view to intensifying the efforts of the Organization of the Islamic Conference for the alleviation of the plight of the refugees in the Muslim World.

13. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and report thereon to the to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 16/10-P (IS)

ON UN REFORM INCLUDING THE EXPANSION AND REFORM OF THE SECURITY COUNCIL

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling OIC resolution No. 46/26-P which call to maintain security and integrity of Islamic States;

Affirming the importance of the ongoing processes of UN reform including the reform of the Security Council;

Recognizing that any reform of the United Nations, including Security Council reform, should be carried out in accordance with the provisions of the UN Charter;

Reiterating the need for the reform and democratisation of the Security Council, in order to reflect the current political realities in the international relations, and to address the need for the enhanced representation of the developing countries, as well as the need to significantly improve the working methods and procedures of the Security Council for the enhanced transparency in its decision making process;

Also Reiterating that any reform and expansion of the membership of the Security Council should be in accordance with the principle of sovereign equality of States and equitable geographical distribution;

Recalling Resolution No. 40/8-P(IS) adopted at the OIC Eighth Summit in Tehran in December 1997 and resolution No.26/9-P (IS) adopted at the OIC 9^th Summit in Doha in November 2000 on the UN Reforms, including the expansion and reform of the Security Council and the earlier Declarations adopted by the OIC Annual Coordination Meeting of the Foreign Ministers in New York on 2 October 1997;

Recalling also paras 64 to 75 of the Final Document of XII NAM Summit in Durban adopted on 3 September 1998, the paragraphs related to the Security Council reform in the Declaration adopted at the 32^nd Session of the Summit of the Heads of State and Government of the Organization of African Unity, held in Harare in June 1997 as well as in the Working Paper of the Arab Group adopted by the Arab Foreign Ministers in New York on 29 September 1997;

Taking note the Report of Secretary General No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.19);

1. Calls for a comprehensive reform of the Security Council in all its aspects in order to make it more democratic, representative, transparent and accountable.

2. Affirms that the Member States have a direct and vital interest in determining the outcome of UN reform and expansion of the membership of the Security Council.

3. Welcomes UN General Assembly Resolution No. 53/30 of 23 November 1998 by which it decided that any resolution or decision on the question of equitable representation and on the increase in the membership of the Security Council and related matters, would require the affirmative vote power of at least two thirds of the Members of the General Assembly.

4. Reaffirms that both reform and expansion of the membership of the Security Council, including the question of the veto, should be considered as integral parts of a common package, taking into account the principle of sovereign equality of States and equitable geographical distribution.

5. Further reaffirms that efforts at restructuring the Security Council shall not be subject to any imposed time frame, and that all efforts should be made to reach general agreement on this issue.

6. Stresses that the Open-ended Working Group of the UN General Assembly continues to be the appropriate forum in which to pursue the efforts aimed at reforming the Security Council on the basis of the General Assembly resolution 48/26;

7. Reaffirms the resolve of the member States to continue contributing actively and constructively to the consideration of the reform and expansion of the membership of the Security Council on the basis of the aforementioned declarations and communiques.

8. Requests the OIC open-ended Contact Group on UN Reform and Expansion of the Security Council at the United Nations Headquarters in New York to regularly exchange views and coordinate efforts with a view to safeguarding the interests of Member States and enabling them to make their indispensable contribution to the process of UN reform and expansion of the Security Council membership.

9. Requests the Secretary General to implement this resolution and to submit a report thereon to the to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 17/10-P(IS)

ON THE SECURITY AND SOLIDARITY OF ISLAMIC STATES

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling the purposes and principles of the UN Charter;

Recalling also the resolve of Member States expressed in accordance with the Charter of the Organization of Islamic Conference to unite their efforts in order to secure universal peace which ensures security, freedom and justice for their people and all peoples throughout the world;

Mindful of the objectives and principles enshrined in the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, especially the objectives of promoting Islamic solidarity among Member States and strengthening their capacity to safeguard their security, sovereignty, independence and national rights;

Stressing the right of Member States, individually and collectively to maintain their national security, sovereignty and territorial integrity;

Recalling all previous resolutions adopted by the Islamic Conferences of Foreign Ministers on this subject;

Recalling also resolution 44/51 of the UN General Assembly entitled "Protection and Security of Small States" adopted by the 44th Session of the UN General Assembly in 1989;

Reaffirming the importance of the establishment of peace and security in the Islamic world and the consolidation of the climate of mutual confidence, cooperation and solidarity between the Islamic countries;

Reaffirming also the right of member States to preserve their national security, political independence and territorial integrity and unity as well as their inherent right of self-defense in accordance with Article (51) of the UN Charter;

Taking into account the rapid and profound changes taking place in the system of international relations and their impact on different regions and states throughout the world and particularly across the Islamic world;

Expressing its deep concern at the continued occupation of Palestine, Al-Quds Al-Sharif and of the other Arab territories and the continued denial of the inalienable rights of the Palestinian people which constitutes a serious threat to the security of Islamic States and the world peace;

Also expressing its deep concern at the threats to the security of Member States and the increased number of crises and conflicts affecting Islamic countries and peoples as well as at the threats and challenges to the solidarity of the Islamic Ummah in all spheres of life and reaffirming the necessity to safeguard the Islamic values and identity;

Recalling the provisions of the Dakar and Tehran Declarations adopted by the Sixth and Eighth Sessions of the Islamic Summit Conference which affirms the resolve of Member States to contribute actively towards the establishment of a New International Order based on peace, justice and equality and respect for international legality and capable of guaranteeing progress for all;

Determined to vigorously oppose foreign domination, threat, aggression and alien occupation, which result in the limitation of the freedom of member States to determine their own political systems and pursue economic, social and cultural development without any coercion, intimidation and pressure from outside;

Emphasizing the absolute right of each Member State to preserve its natural resources and to use them for the benefit, welfare and progress of its people;

Taking Note of the Report of the Secretary General on the Security and Solidarity of Islamic States (Document No. ICFM/30-2003/POL/SG-REP.20);

1. Reiterates that the security of each Muslim country is the concern of all Islamic countries.

2. Reaffirms further the determination of Member States to encourage the initiatives aimed at building confidence and security at the bilateral and multilateral or sub-regional and regional levels in conformity with the provisions and principles contained in the Dakar Declaration wherever and whenever appropriate;

3. Recognizes that small states are particularly vulnerable to external threats and acts of interference in their internal affairs.

4. Expresses its firm determination to strengthen security of Member States, through cooperation and solidarity among Islamic countries, in accordance with the objectives and principles of the Charters of the Organization of the Islamic Conference and of the United Nations and as stipulated in the Dakar Declaration.

5. Reaffirms the permanent and full sovereignty of the Islamic countries and peoples over their natural resources and economic activities.

6. Expresses the firm determination of the Member States to preserve and promote Islamic values in all spheres of life especially those of solidarity and mutual respect;

7. Rejects categorically the so-called right for humanitarian intervention whatever its origin and form, as it is against the provisions of the UN Charter as well as international law.

8. Reaffirms the need for respect of the principles of international law concerning the sovereignty, political independence and territorial integrity of States, non-use of force or threat of use of force in international relations, peaceful settlement of disputes and non-intervention and non-interference in the internal affairs of States as essential prerequisites for the security of Islamic States.

9. Appreciates the intensive work done by the Inter-governmental Expert Group on security and solidarity among Islamic States and calls on Group to continue to follow up developments in this regard and also calls on the Member States to effectively participate in the work of the Group.

10. Requests the Secretary General to follow-up the implementation of this resolution and submit a report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO. 18/10-P(IS)

ON THE IMPOSITION OF UNILATERAL ECONOMIC SANCTIONS AGAINST ISLAMIC STATES

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Guided by the objectives and principles enshrined in the Charter of the Organization of the Islamic Conference, particularly those call for promotion of Islamic Solidarity among Member States, taking necessary measures to support international peace and security founded on justice, and respecting the sovereignty, independence and territorial integrity of each Member State, as well as the purposes and principles embodied in the Charter of the United Nations, regarding the development of friendly relations among nations based on respect for the principle of equal rights and self-determination of peoples, and achieving international co-operation in solving international problems of an economic, social, cultural, or humanitarian character, and in promoting respect for human rights;

Reaffirming the principles and provisions of the Charter of Economic Rights and Duties of States proclaimed by the General Assembly in its resolution 3281 (XXIX) of 12 December 1974 and that of the Declaration on Principles of International Law concerning Friendly Relations and Cooperation among States in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, contained in the annex to General Assembly resolution 2625 (XXV) of 24 October 1970, as well as provisions of the Declaration on the Inadmissibility of Intervention in the Domestic Affairs of States and the Protection of their Independence and Sovereignty, adopted by the General Assembly in resolution 2131(XX) of 21 December 1974, all of which declared that no State may use or encourage the use of economic, political or any other type of measures to coerce another State in order to obtain from it the subordination of the exercise of its sovereign rights;

Recalling the relevant OIC resolutions, the most recent of which were resolutions No. 26/29-P, 27/29-P and 34/29-P, adopted by 29^th ICFM, as well as relevant resolutions of the UN General Assembly, particularly, resolutions 57/5 (16 October 2002), and 57/222 (18 December 2002), all of which, rejected unilateral coercive measures with all their extraterritorial effects as tools for political or economic pressure against any country, as they are contrary to the recognized principles of international law and by expressing deep concern at the negative impacts of unilaterally imposed extraterritorial coercive economic measures on trade and financial and economic cooperation, the freedom of trade, the free flow of capital at the regional and international levels, the full enjoyment of human rights, called upon those States that have initiated such measures, to revoke them immediately;

Recalling Final Document of the XIII Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM), Kuala Lumpur, 24-25 February 2003, in which, the Heads of State or Government of NAM members, condemned the continued unilateral application, by certain powers, of coercive economic measures, including the enactment of extra-territorial laws, against a number of developing countries and called on all States to refrain from adopting or implementing extra-territorial or unilateral measures of coercion, noting that measures such as Helms-Burton Law and D´Amato-Kennedy Acts, constitute flagrant violations of international law, the established principles of the multilateral trading system and the Charter of the United Nations and stated that the international community have to take effective action in order to arrest this trend;

Recalling also declarations and other documents issued by the Group of 77, particularly Declaration of the South Summit (Havana, 10-14 April 2000) and Declarations of the Ministers of that Group on the Third and Forth Ministerial Conferences of World Trade Organization (WTO), in which they Firmly rejected the imposition of laws and regulations with extraterritorial impact and all forms of coercive economic measures, including unilateral sanctions against developing countries and reiterated the urgent need to eliminate them immediately;

Gravely concerned over the application of unilateral extraterritorial coercive economic measures against some OIC members, including the imposition of such sanctions by the USA in mid-1996, against the Islamic republic of Iran and the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya, under the ILSA Act, known as D’Amato-Kennedy Act, which was extend for 5 more years on 22 June 2002, with all their negative implications for the social-humanitarian activities and economic and social development of those States, thereby creating additional obstacles to the full enjoyment of all human rights by peoples and individuals under their jurisdiction;

Gravely disturbed over the application of unilateral extraterritorial coercive economic measures against Republic of the Sudan, pursuant to the executive order signed by US President in early November 1997, with all its negative implications for the social-humanitarian activities and economic and social development of Sudan;

Affirming that imposition of extra-territorial laws and unilateral economic sanctions against OIC member States are unjust, oppressive and constitute a blatant violation of the provisions of International Law and run counter to those of the Charters of the U.N. and the OIC and also contradict the basic principles enshrined in the agreement of the WTO;

Taking into consideration the report submitted by the Secretary General in this regard and Having considered the recommendations of the First and Second Meetings of the Experts Group on studying the phenomenon of unilateral economic sanctions (Documents ISAS/1/99/REP.1and UES/2-2002/REP.1FINAL);

1 - Affirms that unilateral measures and attempts to impose extra-territorial laws against OIC member States contradict the principles of international law and the UN Charter which warn against intervention in the internal affairs of States and stipulate the settlement of disputes by dialogue and peaceful means, and also contradict the basic principles enshrined in WTO agreement;

2 - Expresses its deep concerns over the imposition of unilateral economic sanctions and enacting domestic laws and legislations aimed at applying them extra-territorially under the so-called humanitarian intervention and other pretexts and excuses, and at the negative impacts of unilaterally imposed extraterritorial coercive economic measures on trade and financial and economic cooperation, because of posing serious obstacles to the freedom of trade and the free flow of capital at the regional and international levels;

3 - Strongly rejects all types of unilateral measures and consider them as null and void and emphasizes on its strong solidarity with the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya and Republic of the Sudan against such acts;

4 - Urges the States which are imposing unilateral economic and extraterritorial sanctions, to commit themselves to their obligations and responsibilities arising from the international law and to, immediately repeal all existing measures and refrain from such practices which are inconsistent with the provisions of international law and objectives and principles of the UN Charter and WTO agreements;

5 - Calls upon all Member States neither to recognize these measures nor apply them, as well as to consider adopting administrative or legislative measures, as appropriate, to counteract the extraterritorial application or effects of unilateral coercive measures;

6 - Entrusts the OIC General Secretariat with gathering information and statistics on the harmful consequences of unilateral economic sanctions from available sources in this respect and to coordinate with the Member States to convene a symposium on the unilateral economic sanctions and its impact on the Member States;

7 - invites the Experts Group on following up unilateral economic sanctions, to meet regularly and convene its Third Meeting in mid 2003 in order to elaborate the means to countering them and, aiming at facilitating the implementation of Operative Paragraph 5 above, formulating a Model Law for its submission to the next ICFM and calls upon the Member States to effectively and at the highest possible level of experts, participate in the meetings of this group;

8 - Entrusts the OIC New York Office to bring the present resolution and that of the UN General Assembly to the attention of all Member States through their Permanent Representatives in New York and to seek their views and information on the implications and negative effects of unilateral coercive measures on their populations, as well as their measures in implementing those resolutions, and to submit a report thereon to the Secretaries General of the UN and the OIC and the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights for inclusion in their relevant reports;

9 - Invites the OIC Groups in New York and Geneva, in accordance with resolution No. 55/29 of the 29^th ICFM, to periodically, follow up and review the issue of unilateral economic sanctions and report thereon to the OIC General Secretariat;

10 - Decides to include this item in the agenda of all its next sessions until the full annulment of those sanctions imposed against Islamic States.

11 - Requests the Secretary-General to follow-up the implementation of this resolution and submit a report thereon to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.;

RESOLUTION NO. 19/10-P(IS)

ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CRITICAL ECONOMIC SITUATION AND THE DEBT BURDEN IN AFRICA

The Tenth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference (Session of Knowledge and Morality for the Progress of Ummah), held in Putrajaya, Malaysia, from 20 to 21 Shaban, 1424H (16-17 October 2003),

Recalling the previous resolutions of the OIC on the subject, in particular resolution 15/5-P (IS) of the Fifth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference and the important provisions of the Dakar Declaration adopted by the Sixth Session of the Islamic Summit Conference;

Emphasizing that the African development problem is of deep concern to the entire Islamic Ummah;

Noting with appreciation the positive response of the international community, particularly the Islamic countries, to the economic problems faced by the continent of Africa;

Deeply concerned that despite the reform and restructuring being undertaken by the African countries, their economic development continues to be impeded, inter-alia, by an unfavourable economic environment, inadequate flow of resources and a heavy debt burden;

Noting that both the United Nations Programme of Action for African Economic Recovery and Development (1986-1990) adopted by the Special Session of the General Assembly in May 1986 as well as the United Nations New Agenda for the 90’s did not yield the required results;

Taking into consideration the important results of the Uruguay Round which has led to the creation of the WTO and its possible consequences on the critical economic situation in Africa;

Having examined the report presented by the UN Secretary General on the worrying economic situation in Africa and the positive reactions by international economic bodies;

Having taken note with appreciation of the adoption of the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) by the Conference of the Heads of State of the Africa as a pattern for fighting poverty and embarking their countries on the path of sustainable economic and social development;

1. Welcomes the efforts made by the African countries towards their economic recovery and development in conformity with the 1991 Abuja Treaty establishing the African Economic Community aimed at progressive economic integration of Africa.

2. Expresses appreciation to the Member States which have provided assistance to Africa through bilateral or multilateral channels.

3. Commends the adoption of the New Partnership of Africa’s Development (NEPAD) as representing the collective determination and commitment of African Governments and peoples to take control over their future development and assume their pressing duty to fight poverty by placing their countries on path of sustainable economic and social development. It shares the approach to development as embedded in the NEPAD and which is based on a thorough evaluation of past experience, particularly the realization that Africa’s economic growth and sustainable development cannot be achieved through an approach solely or predominantly based on the aid-and-credit pattern which has failed. Therefore, it supports the new comprehensive development approach which calls for a comprehensive new partnership with the international and African private sector, as well as with bilateral and multilateral financial and technical partners, together with the African civil society and people as a whole.

4. In this regard, it welcomes the endorsement of this initiative by the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the United Nations Secretary General, and the Coordinating Bureau of the Non-Aligned Movement held in Durban (South Africa) from 27 to 29 April 2002, as well as the support for the initiative by the Group of Eight Industrialized Countries and the European Union as important steps in achieving one of the most important goals of the NEPAD, namely the establishment of a new relationship based on a new partnership and mutual responsibility and accountability between Africa and the international community. In this regard, it expresses the OIC sincere endorsement of the NEPAD and its readiness to support its implementation, including financial support through, inter-alia, the Islamic Development Bank.

5. Expresses appreciation also to the joint initiatives of the G-7 and the Briton Woods institutions taken in favour of the heavily-indebted countries as well as the resolution adopted by some members of the international community, in particular some Islamic States, during the European-African Summit, held recently in Cairo, providing for the alleviation or cancelling debts of African States.

6. Commends the decision taken by the Kingdom of Morocco to cancel its debts on a number of African States and invites OIC Member States to take similar initiatives.

7. Immediately calls upon the international community, particularly the developed countries and the concerned international financial agencies including the WTO, IDB to continue making a substantial contribution to the objectives of African Economic Recovery and Development through an increase in concessional financial flows to the public and private sector in Africa.

8. Further invites all parties in the development of Africa including the WTO to take measures aimed at raising Africa's export earnings and the reduction in the negative impact of fluctuation in the earnings of African economies.

9. Notes with concern the obligations that debt and debt servicing continue to impose on developing countries especially those in Africa and urges the international community in general and the Islamic Ummah in particular to adopt appropriate measures to achieve global and durable solution on the debt problem through total debt cancellation.

10. Calls on Member States to increase their assistance to African countries to implement their structural economic programme as well as poverty alleviation.

11. Welcomes the contribution of Member States to the World Food Summit in Rome held from 11 to 17 November 1996 and calls for the implementation of its resolutions and the Programme of Action.

12. Invites the international community to strengthen its support for African States' efforts to diversify their economies and broaden their production base especially in the area of export products.

13. Invites the international community and the Islamic world to support the efforts of African countries to achieve self-sufficiency in food production.

14. Requests the Secretary General to follow up the implementation of this resolution and submit a report to the Eleventh Session of the Islamic Summit Conference.

RESOLUTION NO.2/10-P(IS)

RESOLUTION NO. 3/10-P(IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN KOSOVO

RESOLUTION NO.5/10-P(IS)

ON THE SITUATION IN CHECHNYA

RESOLUTION NO. 6/10-P (IS)

ON JAMMU AND KASHMIR DISPUTE

RESOLUTION NO. 7/10-P(IS)

ON THE ESCALATION OF THE TENSIONS IN JAMMU AND KASHMIR

7. Requests the Secretary General and the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir to remain seized of the developments of the situation.

ON THE POLITICAL SITUATION IN SIERRA LEONE

RESOLUTION NO. 11/10-P(IS)

ON SOLIDARITY WITH THE REPUBLIC OF THE SUDAN

ON THE AGGRESSION OF THE REPUBLIC OF ARMENIA AGAINST THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN

RESOLUTION NO. 14/10-P(IS)

ON THE PROBLEM OF REFUGEES IN THE MUSLIM WORLD

RESOLUTION NO. 17/10-P(IS)

10 - Decides to include this item in the agenda of all its next sessions until the full annulment of those sanctions imposed against Islamic States.

ON THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE CRITICAL ECONOMIC SITUATION AND THE DEBT BURDEN IN AFRICA

RESOLUTION NO. 20/10-P(IS)