French interior minister Bruno Retailleau said it at the final session of the second meeting of the French Islamic Forum (Forif), emphasizing the importance of recognition.
RetailEau said that the dialogue between the state and Muslim religious representatives should be based on trust and responsibilities.
He stressed that Muslims reject the distortion of their faith to extremist ideologies.
Confirming that the state should not be mixed in religious institutions, RetailLeau is the state can provide support.
As part of the initiative, the role of imam is formally listed on the official list of recognized professions in France.
He described that move as a historical step.
In addition, he announced the creation of an official job description and employment contract for IMAME, providing a structured framework for their work.
Retaileau also referred for concern over Islamophobia in France, revealing that 173 antimuslim attacks were recorded last year.
However, he admitted that the actual number is probably higher due to insufficient reporting of victims.
He announced that the government would introduce a new platform for appeals dedicated to reporting Islamophobic incidents.
Muslim chaplains working in hospitals and the military will now be officially recognized as part of the public service, ensuring that their role is formally recognized in state institutions.
(Vijesti.ba)
