Today, Thursday, December 1, 2022 AC, Prof. Nahla As-Sa‘idi, Advisor to the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar for International Students Affairs, witnessed the signing ceremony of the agreement to establish the Southeast Asian Student Union (SASU) in Egypt. The ceremony was attended by a delegation from the Southeast Asian Student Union, embassy representatives, and cultural attachés.
During the ceremony, Prof. As-Sa‘idi explained that this gathering to establish the Southeast Asian Student Union entrenches Islamic unity and consolidates the culture of dialogue and coexistence, and eliminates the differences between students. For her, the presence of this huge number of students confirms the greatness and tolerance of the true Islamic faith, and SASU represents the voice of Southeast Asian students. Through it, As-Sa‘idi added, they voice their opinions, suggestions, and problems, expressing their willingness to overcome all difficulties facing students, identify their needs, and provide them with the necessary support.
As-Sa‘idi also stressed the role of Al-Azhar Al-Sharif, its huge support for the students of Southeast Asia, and its adoption of moderate Islam as based on mutual respect and promotion of acquaintance, kindness and brotherhood among all. She also stressed the need for international students to represent Al-Azhar’s moderate approach and serve as messengers of peace and ambassadors of Al-Azhar in their home countries.