NUML confers honorary degree upon MWL Secretary General Dr Al-Issa

ISLAMABAD, Jul 13 (APP): The National University of Modern Languages held its 3rd Special Convocation 2026 to confer the prestigious Honorary Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Degree upon H.E. Dr Mohammad AbdulKarim Al-Issa, Secretary General of the Muslim World League, in recognition of his outstanding contributions to humanity, global peace, interfaith harmony, moderation, and the promotion of knowledge.

The distinguished ceremony was attended by H.E. Nawaf Bin Said Al-Malki, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to Pakistan; Dr Wajiha Qamar, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training; Rector NUML, Major General Shahid Mahmood Kayani HI(M) (Retd); Director General NUML, Brigadier Muhammad Rafiq Khan; Pro-Rector Research & Strategic Initiatives, Dr Safeer Awan; deans, faculty members, eminent scholars, students, and a large number of distinguished guests, said a press release on Monday.

Addressing the convocation after receiving the honorary degree, Dr Mohammad AbdulKarim Al-Issa expressed his profound gratitude to NUML, stating that the conferment of the honorary doctorate was both a great honour and a profound responsibility. He said he was delighted to visit Pakistan and appreciated the warmth and hospitality extended by the university and the people of Pakistan.

Dr Al-Issa lauded Pakistan’s constructive role in promoting regional and global peace, describing it as a source of pride not only for Pakistan but for the entire Muslim world. He also appreciated the leadership of Pakistan, including the Field Marshal and the country’s political leadership, for their efforts towards peace, stability, and unity. Thanking NUML for the distinguished honour, he prayed for Pakistan’s continued peace, progress, and prosperity.

In his address, Rector NUML Major General Shahid Mahmood Kayani HI(M) (Retd) congratulated Dr Al-Issa on the conferment of the Honorary Doctor of Philosophy degree in recognition of his remarkable services to humanity, peace, and knowledge.

The Rector remarked that “Universities are not merely centres where knowledge is transmitted; they are institutions where civilizations preserve their wisdom, societies cultivate their conscience, and future generations discover their purpose.” He emphasized that academic collaboration, scholarly exchange, language education, and intercultural understanding are powerful instruments for bringing nations closer together. He said Dr Al-Issa’s presence at NUML symbolizes the enduring bonds between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia and reflects a shared commitment to knowledge, moderation, dialogue, and constructive engagement with the wider world.

Speaking on the occasion, Minister of State for Federal Education and Professional Training Dr Wajiha Qamar appreciated NUML for recognizing the exceptional services of Dr Mohammad AbdulKarim Al-Issa through the conferment of an Honorary PhD degree. She commended Dr Al-Issa’s tireless efforts in promoting interfaith harmony, fostering unity among Muslim countries, and advocating peace and tolerance across the globe.

The Minister also praised NUML’s significant role in promoting languages, cultures, and intercultural understanding, highlighting the university’s contribution to building bridges between nations through education. She further underscored the longstanding brotherly relations between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, noting that the two countries continue to work together in promoting peace, stability, and mutual cooperation in the region and beyond.

The Secretary General Muslim World League, Dr Mohammad AbdulKarim Al-Issa also recorded his remarks in the Visitors’ Book, followed by a group photograph.