On 13-14 May 2025, Chief Ombudsman and President of OICOA, Mr. Mehmet Akarca, paid a visit to Tehran to attend 4^th General Assembly and 12^th Board of Directors Meeting of the OICOA which were hosted by the General Inspection Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

In the opening ceremony of the program, Mr. Akarca emphasized that OICOA strives to strengthen cooperation among Islamic countries and contribute to the protection and promotion of human rights. He also highlighted the organization’s efforts to raise global awareness about human rights violations against Muslims, particularly in the context of combating Islamophobia, and its aim to help prevent such violations. Mr. Akarca also drew attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, stating that the Palestinian people must be able to live in peace and prosperity, in a manner that upholds human dignity, on their own land.

During the meetings, an exchange of views was held, and decisions were made on topics such as strengthening the OICOA, contributing to the protection of human rights in Islamic countries, and enhancing the capacities of the member institutions of the Association.

As part of his working visit to Tehran, Chief Ombudsman Mr. Mehmet Akarca, along with the Board Members of the OICOA, visited the General Inspection Organization of Iran to learn about the institution’s activities and how they utilize technology and AI in their work.