ASEAN 'Best Nation' conference concludes in Cambodia with three sessions

The fourth ASEAN 'Best Nation' conference, organized by the Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, concluded its academic sessions with three panels on its second day, Tuesday, October 6, 2026.

On its opening day, the conference featured an inaugural ceremony and five academic sessions focused on themes such as moderation in belief, worship, ethics, conduct, and methodology. Discussions also addressed the virtues of moderation, the challenges it faces, and the state's role in fostering a moderate approach.

Second day sessions and discussion topics

The second day included the sixth, seventh, and eighth sessions, which explored practical applications of moderation and Saudi Arabia's experience in promoting this approach, as well as its impact on enhancing security and stability.

Other sessions examined the role of Muslim minorities and official institutions in Asian countries in fostering coexistence and peace. These discussions took place ahead of the closing ceremony, which presented the conference's outcomes, recommendations, and final statement.