The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at Bangladesh convened an interfaith peace conference at its National Headquarters in Bakshi Bazar, Dhaka on Saturday, bringing together religious leaders, scholars, and community representatives to discuss pathways to global harmony.
The gathering was presided over by National Amir Alhaj Maulana Abdul Awwal Khan Chowdhury.
The program opened with recitations from the Holy Qur’an. Representatives from Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Islam each highlighted the foundational teachings of peace, compassion, and mutual respect enshrined in their respective scriptures.
Addressing current global challenges, speakers from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at referenced the recent Friday sermon by the Worldwide Head of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, Mirza Masroor Ahmad.
They relayed his call for Muslim-majority nations to prioritise spiritual trust in Almighty Allah and internal unity over reliance on Western powers for security and prosperity.
The speakers stressed that lasting stability in the Middle East and beyond can only be achieved through diplomatic dialogue, self-reliance, and peaceful conflict resolution.
Emphasising the Qur’anic directive to pursue peace at every opportunity, speakers noted that minor theological differences should never overshadow the greater goal of collective welfare.
“The sole objective of any mediating or intervening party must be the genuine establishment of peace,” the speakers stated. “Efforts must remain free from hidden self-interest and focused squarely on safeguarding humanity for present and future generations.”
They further underscored that Islam promotes harmonious coexistence with followers of all faiths, advocating that its message be shared through reason, evidence, compassion, and love, never through coercion.
Addresses on behalf of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at were delivered by Professor Dr Abdullah Shams Bin Tarek, Mohammad Mostafa Ali Jisan, and National Amir Alhaj Maulana Abdul Awwal Khan Chowdhury.
The interfaith dialogue featured Dr Father Tapan Camilus D’Rozario representing the Christian community, Sunandapriya Bhikkhu representing Buddhism, and Swami Debadhyananda representing Hinduism.
Greetings and messages of solidarity were also extended by Professor Kazi Nazrul Islam, Kajal Debnath, journalist Basudeb Dhar, Professor Niru Barua, Rohin Hossain Prince, journalist and writer Ummul Wara Sweety, and several other distinguished guests.
In conjunction with the conference, the Jama’at organised an exhibition showcasing translations of the Holy Qur’an in 76 languages, highlighting the global reach and universal message of the scripture.
The event concluded with a collective prayer for peace, prosperity, and the well-being of all humanity.
