Jakarta Prepares to Welcome Delegates from the Islamic World to the 2025 PUIC Forum

JAKARTA – Indonesia is preparing to become the center of attention of the Islamic world by hosting the 19th Conference of the Parliamentary Union of the OIC Member States (PUIC) on 12–15 May 2025 at the Parliament Complex, Jakarta.

The conference will carry the theme “PUIC Silver Jubilee – Good Governance and Strong Institutions as Pillars of Resilience”, marking 25 years of PUIC’s journey since it was first held in Tehran, Iran, in 1999. More than just a ceremony, the four-day forum will include strategic agendas such as plenary sessions, parliamentary women’s forums, standing committees, and cross-issue discussions on digital governance, climate change, and strengthening inclusive participation.

Regarding this, the Secretary General of the Indonesian House of Representatives, Indra Iskandar, said that all technical aspects and substance of the event had been prepared thoroughly and maturely, including cross-agency coordination, to ensure the smooth running of this international event.

“In terms of planning, we are very ready. Simulations and joint checks with PCO have been carried out. Cross-agency coordination such as immigration, customs, and AirNav have been completed. We have not left a single gap open,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the BKSAP DPR RI, Mardani Ali Sera, emphasized the importance of making PUIC a stage for building strong institutions in the Islamic world.

“If our institutions are strong and governance works, we do not need to depend on external forces. This is a real form of moderate Islam and global competitiveness,” he said.

One of the main issues to be discussed in this forum is Palestine. Indonesia firmly rejects all forms of ethnic cleansing and forced relocation of Palestinians. BKSAP member, Eva Monalisa, stated that the issue of Palestine must be an action agenda, not just a statement.

“We want PUIC to formulate real steps to strengthen solidarity with Palestine. The Palestinians see this forum as an important opportunity to expand international support and participation,” he said.

The 19th PUIC Conference is expected to strengthen the position of the Islamic world parliaments as important actors in facing global challenges and formulating a better future for Muslims around the world.