In a momentous development for global interfaith dialogue and peace-building efforts, the COMMANDERY OF THE FAITHFUL PEACE INSTITUTE (CFPI) was officially announced during the International Conference on Peace and Interfaith Dialogue. The historic event, hosted by Bar-Ilan University in Israel in partnership with the Ohr Torah Interfaith Center, marks a pivotal step in institutionalizing interfaith cooperation and advancing the cause of peace worldwide.

This strategic initiative aims to promote the values of coexistence and peace while fostering dialogue between religions and cultures. The announcement has received widespread acclaim from international institutions and organizations, which have commended the comprehensive efforts dedicated to laying the foundations for cooperation among nations and peoples.

The announcement took place within the framework of a diplomatic Iftar ceremony held in honor of the Kingdom of Morocco in Jerusalem, reaffirming Morocco’s steadfast commitment to strengthening interfaith and intercultural dialogue. This commitment stems from Morocco’s profound vision of religion as a unifying force for peace rather than a source of division and conflict.

Global Participation and Support

This high-profile international event was attended by representatives from the United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Israel, France, Spain, and Canada, alongside prominent religious, cultural, economic, and political leaders from international organizations and institutions. The gathering also included distinguished religious figures from Islamic, Christian, Jewish, Bahá’í, Druze, and other faith communities, underscoring the crucial role of interfaith dialogue in fostering mutual understanding among nations.

A Comprehensive Approach to Peace

The distinguished Moroccan delegation delivered a key address highlighting in detail the leading role played by the institution in upholding the principles of peace, tolerance, and respect among religions, civilizations, and cultures. They emphasized the central role of the COMMANDERY OF THE FAITHFUL in countering religious extremism and radicalism through a comprehensive approach that focuses on religious guidance, spiritual education, and enlightened discourse.

This approach is aimed at uprooting extremism and terrorism at its source while combating violence and hate speech through Morocco’s moderate and balanced religious model, which upholds spiritual security and societal stability.

Strategic Initiatives and Future Vision

The COMMANDERY OF THE FAITHFUL PEACE INSTITUTE will undertake a range of transformative initiatives, including:

Scientific Research: Conducting in-depth studies on interfaith relations and peace-building methodologies in collaboration with leading academic institutions worldwide.

Educational Programs: Developing comprehensive formative and training curricula designed to promote religious tolerance and mutual understanding among diverse communities.

International Actions: Coordinating with the United Nations, American peace institutes, and international organizations to support global peace efforts and the protection of Abrahamic religions.

Abraham Accords Alignment: Playing a pivotal role in keeping pace with the work of the Abraham Accords and peace-making initiatives across the Middle East and beyond.

Jerusalem: A Symbol of Peace and Coexistence

The choice of Jerusalem as the location for this announcement carries profound symbolic significance. The holy city, sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, serves as a clear indication of the institute’s commitment to supporting peace efforts and protecting the Abrahamic religions. This strategic positioning reinforces the institute’s mission to serve as a bridge between faiths and cultures in one of the world’s most spiritually significant locations.

As a Moroccan independent, exceptional, and pioneering institution, the COMMANDERY OF THE FAITHFUL PEACE INSTITUTE is dedicated to consecrating peace and cooperation to protect followers of the Abrahamic religions within the framework of a peace approach for prosperity.

The establishment of this institute reaffirms Morocco’s unwavering commitment—under the leadership of the COMMANDERY OF THE FAITHFUL—to strengthening the foundations of global peace and coexistence while combating all forms of extremism and radicalization. This vision is embodied through comprehensive strategies, ranging from religious education and intellectual discourse to fostering spiritual diplomacy as a key pillar for achieving security and stability.

Through this ambitious initiative, the international community witnesses the emergence of a powerful new force for peace, one that combines traditional wisdom with modern diplomatic approaches to address the complex challenges facing our interconnected world.