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President Sadyr Japarov Meets Newly Elected Head of Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan Abdulaziz Zakirov

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President Sadyr Japarov congratulated Abdulaziz Zakirov on his election as the mufti of Kyrgyzstan. Various issues regarding the current activities of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims of Kyrgyzstan (DUMK) were discussed, including addressing challenges and threats facing the country.

Highlighting Kyrgyzstan as a secular and multi-confessional country with a majority Muslim population, President Japarov emphasized the importance of tolerance, generosity, and the role of the Spiritual Administration of Muslims in promoting these values. He expressed concern about certain phenomena that do not align with traditional Islamic values and stressed the need to adhere to the traditional Hanafi school of thought.

President Japarov expressed satisfaction with the efforts of DUMK in clarifying the Presidential Decree on regulating family celebrations and memorial rituals in Kyrgyzstan. He urged continued work to minimize wasteful practices.

Mufti Abdulaziz Zakirov thanked the President for the reception and congratulated him on the beginning of the month of Orozo. He reported on informational activities carried out in all regions of the country as per the President's instructions and outlined plans for talent development.

In conclusion, President Sadyr Japarov wished the new mufti success in his important work for the benefit of the country.