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2/20/25, 3:16 PM UAE Council For Fatwa Organises Al Shawwaf Forum On Crescent Sighting February 17 | Pakistan Point
UAE Council For Fatwa Organises 'Al
Shawwaf Forum' On Crescent Sighting
February 17
14 days ago
ABU DHABI, (Pakistan Point News - 06th Feb, 2025) Under the patronage of His Highness
Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of
the Presidential Court, the UAE Council for Fatwa is set to organise the “Al Shawwaf Forum” on
crescent sighting.
The forum is set to take place on 17th February at Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi, bringing
together experts, key figures, and national institutions, alongside international bodies
specialising in Sharia, astronomy, and legal affairs, to enrich discussions and activities.
On this occasion, Sheikh Abdullah bin Bayyah, Chairman of the UAE Council for Fatwa,
expressed his gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan for his
patronage, stating, “This patronage reflects His Highness’s unwavering commitment to
supporting initiatives that strengthen national institutions in fulfilling their roles and
responsibilities.”
He further explained, “This forum aligns with the council’s efforts to deepen scientific research,
develop policies and procedures related to crescent sighting, and strengthen partnerships with
relevant entities at the local and regional levels.”
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