Envoys from Muslim nations to launch informal forum in US
WASHINGTON (AFP) - Envoys of 57 member nations of the world's largest Islamic grouping are to launch an informal forum in Washington this week to discuss common concerns and act as a key link for the Muslim world in the United States, diplomats say.
The forum will comprise Washington-based ambassadors from the Organisation of the Islamic Conference (OIC) nations, including US Middle East rival Syria, and traditional allies Saudi Arabia, Egypt and Jordan.
Another US foe Iran is an OIC member but does not have diplomatic relations with Washington.
The forum also could act as a rare platform for exchange of views between the Muslim envoys and Washington, according to diplomats from the OIC nations.
US under secretary of state for public diplomacy and public affairs Karen Hughes, who is spearheading an effort by President George W. Bush's administration to improve America's image in the Muslim world, has been invited for the launching on Thursday.
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