New Grand Mufti outlines priorities

Sheikh Abdel Aziem al-Afifi

Sheikh Abdel Aziem al-Afifi Source: SBS

Australia's most senior Muslim cleric says he hopes to place young people at the heart of his work, as he takes over the role of Grand Mufti. Sheikh Abdel Aziem Al-Afifi has been welcomed by members of the interfaith community.


Eager to promote unity and understanding, incoming Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdel Aziem Al-Afifi says he wants to build on the strong work of his predecessor to help both the Muslim and Australian communities. 

Speaking in his first major English-language interview in his new role, the highest official of religious law for Sunni Muslims says mutual trust and respect is vital.

 

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