Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC)

After World War I, efforts were made to reinstate the political coherence of the Islamic world. The Organization of Islamic Cooperation, established in 1969 and led by King Faisal of Saudi Arabia and King Hassan of Morocco, aimed to restore the political unity among Muslim nations during a period when political, social, and cultural ties within the Islamic community were waning (Davut 1999). After World War II, certain independent Muslim countries found themselves caught between the rivalry of the Soviet Union and the United States; as a result, they attempted to cooperate. The occupation of Al-Aqsa Mosque and the 1967 Arab-Israeli war served to unite Muslim nations. Consequently, in 1969, under the guidance of 24 Muslim countries, the organization was formed. Committed to upholding universal values, such as respect for human rights as stated in the United Nations Charter, the organization strives to increase solidarity among Muslim countries, foster economic and social cooperation, and promote peace. Additionally, the organization aims to put an end to racial differences and colonialism. However, historically, it has been unable to provide effective solutions to these critical issues. The OIC faces challenges posed by the diversity of member countries, their varied political structures, and economic disparities, impeding the expected impact of the organization. Still, the OIC holds a prominent position as one of the largest international organizations representing the Muslim world.