- September 25, 1969: The OIC is established during the Rabat Summit in Rabat, Morocco.
- The OIC aims to promote Islamic solidarity, safeguard the rights of Muslims, support the Palestinian cause, and enhance cooperation among member states.
- The organization was founded in response to the burning of the Al-Aqsa Mosque in Jerusalem in 1969.
- The OIC initially had 25 member states, which later expanded to 57.
- The first Secretary-General of the OIC was Tunku Abdul Rahman, the Prime Minister of Malaysia.
- The OIC holds its first Islamic Summit in Rabat in 1969, where its Charter is adopted.
- 1974: The OIC establishes the Islamic Development Bank to provide financial assistance for development projects in member states.
- The OIC convenes special sessions and extraordinary summits to address urgent issues affecting the Muslim world.
- The organization establishes various specialized institutions, including the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ISESCO) and the Islamic States Broadcasting Organization (ISBO).
- The OIC establishes the Islamic Solidarity Fund to provide financial support to member states facing economic challenges.
- The OIC supports the Palestinian cause and advocates for the rights of Palestinians, including the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.
- The OIC has been involved in mediating conflicts among member states, such as the Iran-Iraq War and the civil war in Lebanon.
- The OIC promotes dialogue and understanding among different sects and denominations within Islam.
- The OIC establishes the Independent Permanent Human Rights Commission (IPHRC) to monitor human rights situations in member states.
- The OIC condemns Islamophobia and advocates for respect and protection of Muslims’ religious rights.
- The organization addresses issues of poverty, education, healthcare, and women’s empowerment in member states.
- The OIC promotes economic cooperation and trade among member states through initiatives like the Standing Committee on Economic and Commercial Cooperation.
- The OIC holds regular Council of Foreign Ministers meetings to discuss and coordinate policies on various regional and global issues.
- The OIC establishes the OIC Women Development Organization to enhance the role of women in member states.
- The organization provides humanitarian assistance to member states affected by natural disasters or conflicts.
- The OIC supports efforts to combat terrorism and extremism and emphasizes the importance of peaceful coexistence and religious tolerance.
- The OIC establishes the Research Center for Islamic History, Art, and Culture to promote research and preservation of Islamic heritage.
- The OIC has observer status at the United Nations and actively participates in UN General Assembly sessions.
- The OIC establishes the OIC Youth Forum to engage young people in promoting dialogue, cooperation, and development.
- The OIC supports efforts to address the Rohingya crisis in Myanmar and advocates for the protection of Rohingya Muslims.
- The organization plays a role in addressing humanitarian crises in member states, such as conflicts in Syria, Yemen, and Libya.
- The OIC holds regular Islamic Summits to discuss and coordinate policies on key issues facing the Muslim world.
- The OIC establishes the Islamic Reporting Initiative to promote sustainability and responsible business practices.
- The organization advocates for the rights of Muslim minorities and communities outside member states.
- The OIC establishes the Standing Committee for Information and Cultural Affairs to enhance communication and cultural exchange among member states.
- The OIC condemns the desecration of Islamic holy sites and works to protect and preserve them.
- The OIC establishes the Muslim World League to promote Islamic teachings and address global challenges.
- The organization supports efforts to combat Islamophobia and religious discrimination globally.
- The OIC establishes the International Islamic News Agency to disseminate news and information about member states.
- The OIC organizes conferences and seminars on various topics of interest to member states, including science, technology, and Islamic finance.
- The organization has observer and cooperation relationships with various international and regional organizations.
- The OIC promotes interfaith dialogue and cooperation with non-Muslim countries and organizations.
- The OIC establishes the Standing Committee for Scientific and Technological Cooperation to foster innovation and development in member states.
- The organization plays a role in coordinating humanitarian aid and reconstruction efforts in war-torn countries.
- The OIC supports efforts to protect and promote the rights of Muslim communities in non-member states.
- The organization addresses issues of Islamophobia and discrimination against Muslims in various international forums.
- The OIC establishes the Islamic Organization for Food Security to address food security challenges in member states.
- The organization advocates for the protection of holy sites in Jerusalem and supports the Palestinian people’s rights.
- The OIC establishes the Islamic Jurisprudence Academy to promote dialogue and cooperation among Islamic scholars.
- The organization supports education initiatives in member states and works to enhance educational standards.
- The OIC plays a role in promoting democracy, good governance, and human rights in member states.
- The organization supports efforts to preserve and protect Islamic arts, culture, and heritage.
- The OIC establishes the OIC Halal Food Standardization and Accreditation Institution to ensure the quality and authenticity of halal products.
- The organization actively participates in discussions and negotiations on global issues, such as climate change and sustainable development.
- The OIC continues to play a significant role in promoting cooperation, addressing challenges, and advocating for the interests of the Muslim world.