By Asim Shahzad
LAHORE: Iqbal Academy Pakistan, in collaboration with ECO Cultural Institute, headquarter Tehran, organized a three-day international conference titled “International Iqbal Studies” at Aiwan e Iqbal.
The conference was presided over by Sahibzada Sultan Ahmad Ali. Director Iqbal Academy Pakistan, Dr. Abdul Rauf Rafiqui, delivered the welcome address.
Dr. Rafiqui said that Allama Iqbal’s voice echoes globally, transcending racial and geographical boundaries. Iqbal Academy works tirelessly to promote Iqbal’s thought nationally and internationally.
ECO Cultural Institute President Dr. Saad Khan stated that Iqbal’s message is universal, focusing on humanity beyond racial and national limitations.
Sahibzada Sultan Ahmad Ali noted that Iqbal’s poetry inspires people to take charge of their destiny and promotes Islamic unity.
Scholars from over seven countries, including Afghanistan, Egypt, Iran, Jammu and Kashmir, Kuwait, China, Tajikistan, and the UK, participated in the conference.
International Iqbal scholar Dr. Afser Rahmin wore traditional Afghan attire, showcasing international tolerance.
Dr. Afser Rahbeen and other international delegates congratulated Iqbal Academy Pakistan on the successful conference.
Over 75 Iqbal scholars will present their research papers in various sessions during the three-day conference.
