On January 20, 2026, our very own His Eminence Sheikh Abdul Quddoos Azhari delivered a powerful and moving address at The International Conference on Palestine and the Unity of the Islamic Ummah held in Malaysia Organized by the World Forum for Proximity of Islamic Schools of Thought (WFPIST) and the Malaysian Consultative Council of Islamic Organizations (MAPIM), the conference brought together global scholars and leaders to discuss the path forward for the Muslim world.
A Call for “Strategic Realism”
In his address, titled “Palestine and the Architecture of Unity: Beyond the Fever,” Sheikh Azhari highlighted the paradox of a global community that possesses immense resources and spiritual strength yet often feels helpless in the face of tragedy. He reminded the audience of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) teaching that the believers are like “one body”—when one limb suffers, the whole body feels the fever.
To move beyond this “fever” toward active healing, Sheikh Azhari proposed the Kuala Lumpur Framework, built on three vital pillars:
- The Ethical Pillar: Establishing a Charter of Non-Aggression to prioritize mediation over conflict.
- The Practical Pillar: Creating a “Critical Resource Corridor” where the agricultural potential of nations like Sudan meets the industrial capacity of Malaysia and Indonesia.
- The Legal Pillar: Founding an Independent Mediation Council of elders and jurists to settle disputes within the community.
Sovereignty and Our Schools
The Sheikh’s message resonates deeply with our mission at the Qalam Group of Institutions. He emphasized that true sovereignty begins with “the stomach” and “intellectual independence”. At Al Qalam International and Aleef schools, we are committed to fostering this independence by providing an education that balances academic excellence with strong ethical character.
Sheikh Azhari concluded by urging leaders to move beyond “ink on paper” resolutions and instead find the courage to take collective action. As a school community, we take inspiration from these words, striving to raise a generation of students who will be the “Balanced Middle Way” (Ummatan Wasatan) and stand for justice for all people.
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