His Excellency Prof. Dr. koutoub Moustapha Sano, Secretary-General of the Academy, received her Excellency Andrea Christ, the newly appointed Consul General of the Federal Republic of Germany in Jeddah and Special Envoy of Germany to the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, accompanied by Ms. Mona Hgjazi, Coordinator at the Consulate General, on Tuesday, 15 Rabi’ al II 1447 AH, corresponding to October 7, 2025, at the Academy’s headquarters in Jeddah.

At the beginning of the meeting, His Excellency warmly welcomed her and the accompanying delegation, expressing his pleasure at the visit, which reflects the distinguished and growing relations between the Academy and the Federal Republic of Germany. He stated: “We are very pleased to welcome Your Excellency the Consul General. This visit reflects the distinguished and growing relationship between the Academy and the Consulate General. We look forward to strengthening academic cooperation with relevant German institutions to support intellectual exchange and cultural dialogue between the Islamic world and Germany.” He added: “This cooperation between the Academy and German intellectual and scientific institutions represents a valuable opportunity to correct misconceptions and perceptions that stem from ignorance and lack of dialogue. It is essential that we work together to confront extremist ideologies and promote balanced understanding.”

His Excellency also provided the delegation with an overview of the Academy, describing it as one of the most important bodies affiliated with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. It serves as the highest jurisprudential authority for member states and Muslim communities worldwide, issuing rulings on emerging issues and matters of concern to Muslims globally. He emphasized that the Academy is committed to presenting the true image of Islam, based on the values of moderation and peaceful coexistence.

For her part, Andrea Christ expressed her deep gratitude for the visit and meeting with His Excellency. She praised the active role played by the Academy in promoting the values of tolerance and establishing the principles of peaceful coexistence, stating: “I am here to learn more about the Academy’s vision and mission. I recognize that the Academy plays an important role in fostering understanding between the Islamic world and the international community, based on shared values of mutual respect and peaceful coexistence.”

At the conclusion of the meeting, His Excellency reaffirmed the Academy’s readiness to cooperate with all international parties to achieve common goals.

The meeting was also attended by Mr. Mohamed Al-Munzir Reda Al-Shawk, Director of the Secretary-General’s Office and Protocol, Ms. Sarah Amjad Badawi, Director of the Department of Family, Women, Children, and the Elderly, and Dr. Alhagi Manta Drammeh, Head of International Cooperation and External Relations division at the Academy.