In a recent visit to Komotini, Giorgos Kalantzis, Greece’s Education Ministry Secretary General for Religions, reaffirmed the state’s commitment to supporting and preserving Islam in Thrace, focusing on the local Muslim community.
Kalantzis emphasised that supporting Islam in Thrace remains a priority for the Greek government, underscoring a long-standing policy to foster religious inclusivity within the region.
During his visit, Kalantzis met with Mufti Jihat Khalil, the religious leader of Greece's Muslim minority, to discuss ways to enhance the services provided by the mufti's office. The talks focused on bolstering support for the mufti's work and improving the resources available to the community.
Kalantzis also visited the Muslim Seminary of Komotini, where he held discussions with the teaching staff about the institution's progress and challenges. Key topics included support for innovative educational initiatives and improving religious instruction, ensuring that students receive a well-rounded religious and secular education.
“Greece made this choice a long time ago and continues to support it with a lot of fervour,” Kalantzis stated, highlighting the government’s enduring dedication to upholding the cultural and religious identity of the Muslim community in Thrace.
(Source: Amna)