Amman, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
22 September, 2025
With high-level participation from presidents and representatives of federations and chambers of commerce across 16 Islamic countries, alongside distinguished economic thought leaders and decision-makers from the Islamic world, the 39th Meeting of the Board of Directors of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD) was held on Sunday, September 21, 2025, in Amman, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
This meeting served as an international avenue for exchanging strategic visions, as well as an impactful platform for exploring collaboration prospects, launching ambitious initiatives that contribute to achieving shared developmental goals, and propelling the global private sector toward greater progress and prosperity.
The meeting commenced with an inspiring speech by H.E. Mr. Abdullah Saleh Kamel, President of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD), who emphasized the significance of this gathering in fostering communication and exchanging experiences among Islamic chambers of commerce, thereby driving sustainable economic development in OIC member countries. He also expressed deep gratitude to His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein for his gracious patronage of the Invest in the Digital Economy Forum, highlighting its role as a strategic platform for strengthening economic cooperation among the Islamic countries and fostering collaboration with the Islamic private sector in the digital economy field.
In this context, H.E. Senator Khalil Al-Haj Tawfiq, Chairman of Jordan Chamber of Commerce, underscored the importance of ICCD’s meetings in advancing collaborative efforts and achieving the aspirations toward sustainable and inclusive development, stating: “ ICCD’s 39th Board of Directors Meeting is a significant milestone in reinforcing cooperation among our Islamic nations; it is also a promising opportunity to exchange visions on economic integration prospects, increasing intra-trade, and opening new avenues for trade, industry, agriculture, and services”.
Meanwhile, H.E. Mr. Refat Hisarcıklıoğlu, Vice President of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD) and President of the Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Türkiye (TOBB), highlighted the necessity of collective efforts among Islamic countries to address the challenges posed by the rapid developments in today’s world, enhance economic integration, and empower private sector institutions, contributing to a more advanced and prosperous future.
During his address, H.E. Dr. Mohamed bin Jawhar al-Mohamed, Board Member of Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, emphasized the need to unify economic efforts and visions to build an effective integrative system that translates the nation’s capabilities into a globally impactful economy, stating: “We must reshape our strategies within our union, which represents the Islamic economy across 57 countries and articulates the voice of the Islamic economy”.
In this respect, H.E. Mr. Elhadj Mamadou Baldé, President of the Chamber of Commerce, Industry, and Handicrafts of Guinea, praised ICCD’s efforts to promote entrepreneurship, empower women economically, and establish a comprehensive and sustainable Islamic economy, indicating: “We commend the initiatives aiming at creating specialized entities for entrepreneurship and women’s economic empowerment, as well as developing the Halal strategy for 2026-2030”.
In line with ICCD’s strategy to promote sustainable development in Islamic countries, the 39th Board of Directors Meeting reviewed the progress made in various projects and initiatives dedicated to empowering the private sector across the Islamic world and supporting Muslim businesses in non-Muslim countries.
During the meeting, a new phase of strategic leadership was initiated, with H.E. Mr. Abdullah Saleh Kamel being re-elected unopposed as the President of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development for another term (2026-2030). This decision will be approved at the upcoming General Assembly Meeting, reflecting the members’ trust in his wise leadership and consensus on the continuation of his impactful journey, seeking to enhance ICCD’s role as a hub for Islamic economic integration and a leader in shaping a promising economic future for the entire Islamic community.
Out of ICCD’s commitment to fostering economic development across the Islamic countries, the 39th Board of Directors Meeting discussed the tracks of Palestine Initiative launched during the 39th General Assembly Meeting in Qatar. This initiative aims primarily to support small and medium enterprises in Palestine in revitalizing their economic activities, as well as enabling youth to work remotely and providing job opportunities with various companies and organizations worldwide through digital economy tools. Additionally, it focuses on enhancing capabilities in various fields through necessary training, contributing to integrating Palestine into the global market and building a strong and resilient national economy despite challenges.
To commemorate its nearly half-century journey and document its pioneering achievements, the meeting reviewed a proposal from the General Secretariat to celebrate the golden jubilee of the Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development, honoring the generations that contributed to its establishment and reinforcing the values of cooperation and leadership upon which it was founded, while looking forward to the desired future for the Islamic world.
In conclusion, the 39th Board of Directors Meeting of the Islamic Chamber exemplifies its unwavering dedication and tireless efforts to enhance cooperation among its members, opening new avenues for solidarity, in line with its ambitious vision to achieve comprehensive and sustainable development in Islamic business communities.