Algeria Hosts 20th Int’l Quran Competition with Participants from 44 Countries
Organized by the Algerian Ministry of Religious Affairs and Endowments, the event was inaugurated by Youcef Belmehdi, Algeria's Minister of Religious Affairs and Endowments, Al-Massae reported.
Competitors from over 44 countries are participating in the event, with assessments being conducted both in person and remotely via video conferencing technology.
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Speaking at the opening ceremony, Belmehdi highlighted Algeria's ongoing commitment to serving the Quran, citing initiatives such as national Quran competitions and the extensive printing and distribution of Quran copies.
The Quran competitions and publication programs, reflect Algeria’s dedication to preserving and promoting the Holy Quran, said Belmehdi.
He further noted that the final stage of the competition will coincide with the Night of Isra and Mi’raj, a significant occasion in the Islamic calendar.
Belmehdi emphasized that the choice of this date reflects Algeria’s deep spiritual and historical connection to Al-Aqsa Mosque, especially in light of the ongoing suffering of Palestinians in Gaza.
The closing ceremony of last year’s event was held on February 8, 2023. Ahmed al-Alam from Libya won first place, Yusuf Abdul Rahman from Algeria was the runner-up, and Ahmad al-Bashir from Bangladesh came third.
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The competition featured participants under 25 years old from 40 countries, competing in Quran memorization and Tajweed.
Algeria is a predominantly Muslim country in North Africa.
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