OIC Chief, Australian FM discuss regional&international issues

Jeddah, May 06, SPA -- Australian Foreign Minister Stephen Smith and
Secretary General of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC)
Professor Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu, who held a meeting in Jeddah,
discussed key regional and international issues.


During their official bilateral talks, the Australian Foreign
Minister highlighted the increasing role of the OIC on the
international arena, according to an OIC press release issued here
yesterday.


He commended the role played by the Secretary General in promoting
dialogue and cooperation with the international community.


The Australian Foreign Minister expressed the desire of his country
to further strengthen cooperation and relations with the OIC in areas
of common interest.

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