A STUDY ON LEVERAGING ORGANIZATION OF ISLAMIC COOPERATION (OIC) FOR FURTHERING INDIA’S NATIONAL INTERESTS

Abstract

Background

1. Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC). 57 governments from the Gulf, Asia, and Africa make up the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), an intergovernmental body. Approximately one-fourth of the United Nations membership is represented by these states. Under Saudi Arabia's direction, these nation-states made the decision to pool their resources, coordinate their efforts, and speak with one voice to guarantee the security of their shared issues as well as the advancement and well-being of all Muslims worldwide.

1. Despite the OIC's apparent promise and ability to resolve conflicts in Muslim-majority and Muslim-state states, its fragmentation has prevented it from taking a united stance. The appeal of Islamic unity, as exhibited by the OIC, was expected to bring Muslim states together and help portray a moderate Islam that is prepared to live in harmony with the rest of the world. Significant economic cooperation among the member nations can be attained with the help of the industrialized societies of certain of the member states and their combined economic strength. The member states have enormous potential for working together to expand their military industrial bases and jointly develop specialized military technology that will benefit them both.