The Riyadh Forum on Countering Extremism and Fighting Terrorism, under the sponsorship of the Islamic Army Counter Terrorism Coalition, was opened up by HRH Royal prince Turki Alfaisal with the theme of "The Nature of Extremism and the Future of Terrorism.

"Terrorism has absolutely nothing to do with Islam. As a matter of fact, extremists have actually maligned real Islam and have no religious premises to stand on," Prince Turki stated. "The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has taken the lead in the battle versus terrorism and this forum will offer to comprehend the origins of extremism to ensure that we could counter it with one voice," he said.

Dr. HodaAl-Helaissi, member of the Shoura Council, held the opening conversation with HRH Prince Turki Alfaisal, former United States Secretary of Protection Ashton Carter and previous Foreign Minister of Italy Franco Frattini.

The panel focused on the need for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to take the lead in the fight against extremism and terrorism and praised the facility of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Union (IMCTC) as an extremely positive step in that direction. The Kingdom possesses topic know-how in the areas of belief, communications, counter terrorism funding and military procedures and the world should utilize this expertise to eradicate the disease of terrorism.

"The ideology of Islam has absolutely nothing to do with this war, these extremists are bad guys trafficking in oil, arms, medications and travelers," Mr. Frattini stated. "To beat this ideological background, we need to additionally incorporate our intelligence capabilities globally and the IMCTC is precisely an action in that direction. IMCTC has to expand its range and subscription to ensure success," he said.

"The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is an essential partner to the United States in stopping the spread of extremism and counter pressures in the region that support terrorism," Assistant Carter stated. "We have to use our partners in the region to enable local pressures to beat ISIS on the ground and establish political and economic options as quickly as possible," he said.

In closing, Secretary Cater was asked about his views on the IMCTC and its capability to create a strong coalition in the region.

"The Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Union has a legitimacy that no western nation could have. They will certainly be the best choice to deal with straight the claims by extremists of a link to "true Islam" and counter that narrative, he stated. "The IMCTC can, and will, lead the means in belief, financial and political rebuilding and develop initiatives that will certainly produce a secure setting for individuals to grow," he ended.

The Riyadh Forum on Countering Extremism and Fighting Terrorism with this years theme of "The Nature of Extremism and the Future of Terrorism" is part of the high-level, event-packed week, coinciding with President Donald Trump's historic check out to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The King Faisal Facility for Study and Islamic Studies - established in 1983 - is considered as a tribune of research study that brings together scientists and organizations to sustain, generate, and share scholastic work, in addition to enhance the cultural and intellectual life in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is additionally considered a bridge whereby to preserve call and develop communication with the rest of the world. KFCRIS creates in-depth analysis on modern political issues, Saudi research studies, North African and Arab Maghreb researches, Iranian and Eastern studies, power researches, and researches on the Arabic language and modernity. The Center has actually developed collaboration with prominent establishments of scientific study in various nations of the world. It is the home of group of outstanding researchers and has built solid links with numerous scholars around the globe, understood for their operate in numerous fields of research study.

Islamic Army Counter Terrorism Coalition (IMCTC) was announced in December 2015 by His Royal Highness Royal prince Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud, Deputy Crown Royal prince and Minister of Defence of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The IMCTC is a 41-nation partnership of ready partner nations unified in the battle against horror. IMCTC will offer a platform for nations to recommend, debate, and help with cooperation amongst member and supporting nations for the implementation of efforts in four domains - Ideology, Communications, Counter Terrorism (CT) Financing and Military. The IMCTC will create, collect, store, and share a variety of information on CT programs and ideal methods taken on by member countries and international organizations.